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U.S. Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration to host free workshops for small business employers - Retirement plan options, veterans training and reemployment rights to be covered
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Fort Snelling, Minnesota – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) will hold two free workshops on Tuesday, June 26, at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Fort Snelling to help small businesses understand pension and health plan administration, retirement options, and veterans training and reemployment rights.
EBSA will present an overview of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and the basics of pension and health plan administration. EBSA will also discuss the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) and an overview of the agency’s voluntary Fiduciary Correction Program (VFCP). In addition, EBSA and the Internal Revenue Service will present an introduction to the types of pension plans available and the regulatory requirements associated with each type of plan.
The Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) will present an overview of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). This regulation guarantees veterans employment and reemployment rights, including protection for certain employment-based benefits, such as retirement. This right extends to reservists, guardsmen and returning active duty personnel.
Pre-registration is required and must be completed before June 20. Download a registration form at www.dol.gov/ebsa/pdf/MNworkshop.pdf or contact one of the individuals named below.
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Date/Time: |
Tuesday, June 26, 2007 |
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1 Federal Drive |
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Contact: |
Fran Gray or Renee Brown |
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