Industry News & Updates – April 15, 2026
DELAWARE – FILING EXTENSION Annual merit rate notices for Delaware employers were issued on Monday, April 6th. Due to this delay, a filing extension for Q1 2026 unemployment tax reports…
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Is Unemployment Silently Draining Your Team’s Productivity and Bottom Line? Here’s What Goes Wrong and How to Take Control
Key Takeaways Without the right partner, unemployment can quietly drain your organization’s financial health. Choose a vendor who understands your needs to avoid both obvious and hidden costs.…
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Industry News & Updates – April 8, 2026
VERMONT – UNEMPLOYMENT MODERNIZATION PROJECT The Vermont Department of Labor is in the final testing phase of its modernization project, with an expected rollout date coming this Spring/Summer 2026. The…
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Industry News & Updates – April 1, 2026
CALIFORNIA – EDD CONFIRMS PROCESSING ISSUE RESULTS IN NOTICE DELAYS Thomas & Company has confirmed with the California Employment Development Department (EDD) that a processing issue caused a delay in…
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Industry News & Updates – March 25, 2026
THOMAS & COMPANY NAMED 2026 UNEMPLOYMENT COST MANAGEMENT PROVIDER OF THE YEAR Thomas & Company is pleased to share that we have been awarded the 2026 Unemployment Cost Management Provider…
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Industry News & Updates – March 18, 2026
KENTUCKY – KENTUCKY UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE PORTAL The Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet is in the midst of a two-part implementation of a new and improvement Unemployment Insurance Portal (KUIP) system.…
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Thomas & Company Named 2026 Unemployment Cost Management Provider of the Year by HR Tech Outlook
Prestigious Award Highlights T&C's Ongoing Commitment to Innovation and Client-Centric Growth Source: Business WireThomas & Company (T&C) is proud to announce its recognition as the winner of the Unemployment Cost…
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Brace for Impact: Why State Unemployment Tax Changes Could Hit Employers Hard in 2026 and Beyond
Key Takeaways The majority of state unemployment trust funds are facing unprecedented pressure, with two-thirds dipping below federal solvency standards as we approach 2025. This signals potential trouble…
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Industry News & Updates – March 11, 2026
ALASKA – DISASTER UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE, DEADLINE EXTENDED Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) availability has been extended for individuals who were affected by storms in Western Alaska. The application deadline is…
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Industry News & Updates – March 4, 2026
IRS – ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS MIGRATION The IRS has begun transitioning to electronic payments for all federal disbursements and collections as mandated by Executive Order 14247, Modernizing Payments To and From…
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Industry News & Updates – February 25, 2026
CALIFORNIA – US DOL TO LAUNCH INVESTIGATION INTO UI PROGRAM With California’s unemployment fund deeply in debt, including $21 billion in borrowed funds from the federal government to pay benefits,…
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Transforming HR, Payroll, and Tax Management: Thomas & Company Eliminates Frustration and Drives Results
Key Pain Points for HR, Payroll, and Tax Leaders Manual processes and administrative overload slow down teams, making unemployment claims management cumbersome and error-prone. Poor customer service and…
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Industry News & Updates – February 18, 2026
MICHIGAN – REMINDER: UPCOMING GO LIVE DATE FOR MiUI RELEASE, DOWNTIME SCHEDULED As a final reminder, the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) will be transitioning to a new tax and…
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Industry News & Updates – February 11, 2026
MICHIGAN – UPCOMING GO LIVE DATE FOR MiUI RELEASE, DOWNTIME SCHEDULED As a reminder, the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) is transitioning to a new tax and benefits system called…
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Industry News & Updates – February 4, 2026
NEW YORK – TAXABLE WAGE BASE SEES SIZABLE INCREASE FOR 2026 At the beginning of the year, New York’s taxable wage base increased to $17,600, up 37.5% since 2025. This…
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SHIELD: Elevating Accountability, Transparency, and Operational Effectiveness
Key Takeaways SHIELD is designed to enhance accountability, transparency, and operational efficiency for HR, payroll, and tax professionals by streamlining Unemployment Cost Management (UCM) processes. The platform provides comprehensive oversight…
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Industry News & Updates – January 28, 2026
MAINE – PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE BEGINS MAY 1, 2026 The Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Authority confirmed that benefits will begin on May 1, 2026. According…
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