U.S. Department of Labor to host fourth webcast on 2009 Form 5500 and electronic filing requirements

Washington – The U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) will host a free webcast January 21 to help employers, plan administrators and service providers prepare for changes to the Form 5500 and electronic filing requirement that begin with the 2009 plan year filings.

The Department of Labor will offer webcasts and other educational outreach throughout the year. This webcast will provide more details about changes to the Form 5500 and its filing process as well as introduce participants to the new EFAST electronic filing system.

In addition, EBSA staff will address questions received from the public and provide practical tips for using the new ERISA Filing Acceptance System - known as EFAST2. EFAST2 will receive only electronic filing submissions.

This event is open to news media.

WHAT:  Webcast on Form 5500 and Electronic Filing Requirements

WHO: Employers and plan professionals

WHEN: Jan. 21, 2010, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. EDT

WHERE: Live over the Internet at the URL below

HOW: Registration is required and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit EBSA's Web site at www.dol.gov/ebsa and click on "Getting Ready for 2009 Form 5500 and Electronic Filing, Part IV Webcast" under Compliance Assistance Webcasts/Seminars/Workshops.

MORE INFORMATION: Call 202-693-8660

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