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The Certified Payroll Professional Corner: Fringe Benefits

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We attended American Payroll Association’s (APA) annual Congress in Las Vegas, Nevada. It’s a nice feeling to share, learn, and, yes, sometimes commiserate, over all things payroll. More information on employment taxes, the lookback period, and deposit schedules can be found in Payroll Guide ¶4285.

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What’s Hot on Checkpoint for Payroll and Benefits Professionals?

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Please note that access to the resources below requires a Checkpoint subscription except as otherwise stated. Who needs to know : Payroll professionals, payroll departments, tax departments, third-party payroll providers. Payroll Guide ¶4264 Basic Principles. Payroll Guide ¶4268 Form 1099-MISC.

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Trendspotting: Top Ten Payroll Issues of State Legislatures

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States eye workforce as a legislative priority for payroll The majority of state legislatures began their legislative sessions this January. A flurry of bills is being proposed in the payroll space — many having to do labor and employment. The state currently has scheduled minimum wage increases.

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Payroll trends to watch in 2022 (Part 2)

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Part 2 of this blogpost explains how prevalent payroll is in our daily lives with a focus on key issues in 2022, including unemployment, disaster relief, paid sick leave, and international. On the way, I saw a few businesses that had closed. I looked for a good Cuban restaurant within walking distance. Unemployment and FUTA.

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Congress Passes ARPA With Many COVID-19 Payroll-Related Provisions

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Allows for the credits for paid sick and family leave to be structured as a refundable payroll tax credit against Medicare tax only (1.45%), beginning after March 31, 2021. Limits the ERC to $50,000 per calendar quarter of an eligible employer that is a “recovery startup business.” Unemployment Provisions.

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Former Employee’s Recollection of “Christmas Card List” Was Insufficient to Defeat COBRA’s Small Employer Exception

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As part of an employment discrimination lawsuit, a former employee claimed that her employer improperly discontinued her medical benefits in violation of COBRA. The employer provided tax documents, payroll registers, and deposition testimony as evidence that it employed no more than 19 employees at any given time.

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Business as usual for Xero Mid-Size Firm of the Year winners: Sempar Accountancy and Tax

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This award recognises their innovative practice and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional client service. We take a look at what sets Sempar apart, and how the firm has helped their clients achieve their business goals. Looking ahead Sempar has ambitious plans for the next five years.