This library contains information on employment law issues that pertain to employee benefit plans. Employment law issues can arise in a variety of contexts for benefit plans. These include complying with federal antidiscrimination laws, termination of participants due to plan violations and withholding amounts from employee's paychecks, such as in the context of automatic enrollment. This library highlights key issues and provides recent source materials in this area.

Legislation

Pension Protection Act of 2006
• Benefit Accrual Standards - Providing that hybrid plans, such as cash balance plans, will not violate age discrimination requirements if certain requirements are satisfied.
• Voluntary Early Retirement Incentive and Employment Retention Plans - Discussing early retirement and retention plans for local educational agencies and other entities.
• Automatic Enrollment - Providing exemption from state law prohibitions against withholding amounts from employee's paychecks without their express consent.