Comply on the Fly
Human resource managers are facing more demands than ever, with complex compliance issues adding to the challenge. That’s where Comply on the Fly. Our specialized compliance advisors provide tailored, timely insights and answers to the most common employee benefits questions—all in just 5 minutes or less per episode. Our dedicated team stays on top of both local and federal developments, breaking down complex regulations into clear, straightforward language to keep you informed and prepared for what’s ahead. Count on M3 and Karen B to simplify compliance so you can focus on what matters most. The information provided is a summary of laws and regulations relating to employee benefit plan compliance. This information should not be construed as legal advice. In all cases, employers should consult with their own legal counsel.
Episodes

Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
Ep 10: Vaccine Mandates - Current Status
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
What is the current situation regarding all of these vaccine mandates?There are currently four different vaccine mandates: The CMS Vaccination Mandate, the Federal Employee Vaccination Mandate, the Federal Contractor/Subcontractor Vaccination Mandate, and the OSHA ETS. This episode of the Comply on the Fly offers an update the current status of each.
Turn to M3 and Karen B. (Breitnauer) for quick and timely answers to the most common employee benefits compliance questions.
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Please note: This podcast and the contents herein do not constitute legal advice. Seek the advice of counsel for any benefit compliance related implementation guidance or strategy.

Tuesday Dec 07, 2021
Ep 9: 1095C Deadline Extension - ACA Reporting
Tuesday Dec 07, 2021
Tuesday Dec 07, 2021
Did the IRS recently extend the ACA reporting deadline? In a previous episode of Comply on the Fly, we told you that the IRS and Department of Treasury had not issued any extensions and to plan accordingly. However, very recently, the IRS issued proposed regulations permanently extending the date by which employers must provide the 1095C to employees. This episode covers what has changed and what it means for you as an employer.
Turn to M3 and Karen B. (Breitnauer) for quick and timely answers to the most common employee benefits compliance questions.
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Please note: This podcast and the contents herein do not constitute legal advice. Seek the advice of counsel for any benefit compliance related implementation guidance or strategy.

Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
Ep 8: ACA Reporting for 2021
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
What do I need to know for ACA reporting for 2021? It's the time of year when employers with 50 or more full-time/full-time equivalent employees need to start thinking about annual ACA reporting requirements. This episode includes a few reminders as we head into that season.
Turn to M3 and Karen B. (Breitnauer) for quick and timely answers to the most common employee benefits compliance questions.
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Please note: This podcast and the contents herein do not constitute legal advice. Seek the advice of counsel for any benefit compliance related implementation guidance or strategy.

Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Ep 7: OSHA ETS Vaccination Mandate - Stays & Legal Challenges
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
What is the current status of the legal challenges to OSHA's ETS, or Emergency Temporary Standard, regarding vaccinations and testing/masking for private employers with 100 or more employees? Get the answer in under four minutes in this episode of Comply on the Fly, which covers the current (as of 11/18/21) legal status of the OSHA ETS and what it means for employers.
Turn to M3 and Karen B. (Breitnauer) for quick and timely answers to the most common employee benefits compliance questions.
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Please note: This podcast and the contents herein do not constitute legal advice. Seek the advice of counsel for any benefit compliance related implementation guidance or strategy.

Monday Nov 15, 2021
Ep 6: OSHA ETS Vaccination Mandate - Creating a Compliance Policy
Monday Nov 15, 2021
Monday Nov 15, 2021
What are my two policy options under the vaccine mandate or OSHA ETS? This episode covers the options employers have in implementing a policy to comply with the OSHA ETS. On 11/4/21 the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released its emergency temporary standard (ETS), mandating COVID-19 vaccinations/testing in private employer organizations with 100 or more employees.
Get the answer to this question in under five minutes in this episode of Comply on the Fly. Turn to M3 and Karen B. (Breitnauer) for quick and timely answers to the most common employee benefits compliance questions.
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Please note: This podcast and the contents herein do not constitute legal advice. Seek the advice of counsel for any benefit compliance related implementation guidance or strategy.

Tuesday Nov 09, 2021
Ep 5: OSHA COVID-19 Mandate ETS
Tuesday Nov 09, 2021
Tuesday Nov 09, 2021
So, what about that vaccine mandate? This episode covers information around this ETS as of 11/7/21. On 11/4/21 the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released its emergency temporary standard (ETS), mandating COVID-19 vaccinations/testing in private employer organizations with 100 or more employees. Get the answer to this question in under four minutes in this episode of Comply on the Fly. Turn to M3 and Karen B. (Breitnauer) for quick and timely answers to the most common employee benefits compliance questions.
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Please note: This podcast and the contents herein do not constitute legal advice. Seek the advice of counsel for any benefit compliance related implementation guidance or strategy.

Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Ep 4: ERISA SPD
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
What is an ERISA SPD - and when do I need to provide it?
Get the answer to this question in under six minutes in this episode of Comply on the Fly. Turn to M3 and Karen B. (Breitnauer) for quick and timely answers to the most common employee benefits compliance questions.
Please note: This podcast and the contents herein do not constitute legal advice. Seek the advice of counsel for any benefit compliance related implementation guidance or strategy.

Thursday Oct 21, 2021
Ep 3: Annual Notices - Your Delivery Requirements
Thursday Oct 21, 2021
Thursday Oct 21, 2021
What are the notices I should include in my open enrollment materials - and can I deliver them electronically?
Get the answer to this question in under six minutes in this episode of Comply on the Fly. Turn to M3 and Karen B. (Breitnauer) for quick and timely answers to the most common employee benefits compliance questions.
Please note: This podcast and the contents herein do not constitute legal advice. Seek the advice of counsel for any benefit compliance related implementation guidance or strategy.

Friday Oct 15, 2021
Ep 2: The ACA in 2022 - Shared Responsibility Calculations
Friday Oct 15, 2021
Friday Oct 15, 2021
What do I need to know for the ACA shared responsibility calculations for 2022?
Get the answer to this question in just three and a half minutes in this episode of Comply on the Fly. Turn to M3 and Karen B. (Breitnauer) for quick and timely answers to the most common employee benefits compliance questions.
Please note: This podcast and the contents herein do not constitute legal advice. Seek the advice of counsel for any benefit compliance related implementation guidance or strategy.

Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Ep 1: Medicare Part D Notices
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
What is the Medicare Part D creditable or non-creditable coverage notice, who do I need to provide it to, and how?
Get the answer to this question in just three and a half minutes in this episode of Comply on the Fly. Turn to M3 and Karen B. (Breitnauer) for quick and timely answers to the most common employee benefits compliance questions.
Please note: This podcast and the contents herein do not constitute legal advice. Seek the advice of counsel for any benefit compliance related implementation guidance or strategy.