Updated to reflect developments concerning smoking in Alabama; distracted driving and lactation accommodation in Connecticut; and paid family leave in the District of Columbia.
October 2026 edition of The Month Ahead - your monthly briefing on Q3 payroll filings, open enrollment, performance review prep and more, along with key compliance developments to be aware of.
Updated to reflect information regarding proposed rules on employer contributions to Trump accounts and nondiscrimination rules for dependent care assistance programs, and guidance on rollovers between 401(k) plans and individual retirement accounts under the SECURE 2.0 Act.
This resource explains how artificial intelligence can help HR read the signs during open enrollment by forecasting benefits trends, improving administration and supporting employee decision-making while preserving human oversight.
Updated to reflect the requirement that employer report all separations electronically using the Division of Unemployment Insurance Employer Response Portal, beginning August 1, 2026.