Bricker & Eckler prepares periodic Bricker Bullets containing information of current interest to members of the Buckeye Association of School Administrators. These Bricker Bullets are collected here:

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IRS Issues Extensive Guidance on New COBRA Subsidy Program
Bricker Bullet 2009-04 -- April 2009
The IRS has issued a new guidance document with extended “Questions and Answers” to address many technical questions arising under the COBRA subsidy program enacted as part of The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

Federal Stimulus Bill Mandates 65% Subsidy for COBRA Users
Bricker Bullet 2009-03 -- March 2009
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 makes significant changes to the COBRA health insurance continuation rules.

Strickland Proposal Would Eliminate RIFs for Financial Reasons
Bricker Bullet 2009-02 -- February 2009
Governor Strickland’s proposed budget bill would eliminate the authority of public schools to implement a reduction in force for financial reasons and would also allow collective bargaining agreements to override statutory RIF provisions.

New FMLA Regulations Make Significant Changes to Employer Obligations
Bricker Bullet 2009-01 -- January 2009
Effective January 16, 2009, new Family and Medical Leave Act regulations modify procedures for the administration of the FMLA, clarify the military-related leave provisions enacted in 2008, and establish seven new prototype forms and certifications for use by employers.

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