Category Archives: Economy
New State Laws Affecting TWIA
New Laws Impacting Agents and Policy Issuance Policyholder Payment Grace Period: Before the legislative session, TWIA’s Board outlined several recommendations for the Texas Legislature on how to improve TWIA’s operations. House Bill 2920 is based on one of those recommendations … Continue reading
Why Starting Open Enrollment Early In 2021 Is More Important Than Ever
The COVID-19 pandemic shook the job market in ways never before seen. For one, it created so much uncertainty that employees who would’ve typically searched for a new job last year decided to stay put. For another, the pandemic prompted … Continue reading
EEOC Extends EEO-1 Deadline
EEOC Extends EEO-1 Deadline for 2019 and 2020 Data to Aug. 23 Employers now have some extra time to submit equal employment opportunity (EEO-1) workforce data from 2019 and 2020, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced on June … Continue reading
STORM PREP SAFETY AND CHECKLIST
The official start of Hurricane Season is June 1. And we all know Mother Nature can really pack a punch. Stay safe and prepare with these tips and guides. Be ready for whatever weather comes your way Basic Disaster Supplies List … Continue reading
Congress Agrees to $2 Trillion Coronavirus Relief Bill
On Wednesday, March 25, 2020—after days of debate—Congress agreed to a $2 trillion economic rescue package designed to provide financial assistance to Americans and their families, and billions of dollars in loans for businesses. Voting is expected midday. The package … Continue reading
