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Senate Issues Revised Version of ACA Repeal-and-Replace Bill

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The revised version of the bill includes a “consumer freedom” amendment to the ACA that would allow consumers to purchase lower-premium catastrophic plans with stripped-down coverage; the current law requires all plans to provide certain minimum essential health benefits. 9% payroll tax. Before joining CER in 2005, Ms.

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401(k) 101: A Benefit for Employers and Employees Alike

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Since 401(k) retirement savings plans first appeared in the early 1980s, they have grown rapidly. More recently, attention has been given to encouraging employees to save more through automatic enrollment in the plan, automatic escalation in contribution percentages, and catch-up contributions for employees aged 50 and older.

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The Complex Intersection of Medicare and COBRA: Some Helpful Guidelines

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The other 65% of the premium is subsidized by the government via a payroll tax credit, described more fully below. All group health plans cannot treat an individual differently due to Medicare eligibility or entitlement due to end-stage renal disease. Before joining CER in 2005, Ms. Carsen was a Legal Editor at CCH, Inc.