A recently enacted law in California makes some changes that could impact employers using relocation repayment agreements. Here are essential things to know. Accede al recurso completo Fuente: Sterling Lexicon
The IRS recently issued guidance (Notice 2026-28 (PDF – 126.59KB)) in the form of seven Q&As on the employer credit for paid family and medical leave (FML) under Section 45S, as amended by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Section 45S was originally added by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) […]
On August 6, 2026, the IRS released Fact Sheet FS-2026-13, substantially revising and replacing FS-2026-01, its January 2026 guidance on the new deduction for qualified overtime compensation enacted by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The revised guidance reflects the transition from the temporary 2025 reporting relief period to a more formal compliance regime […]
In today’s dynamic U.S. immigration* environment, global mobility programs must operate with unprecedented agility. Frequent regulatory changes, shifting enforcement priorities,and prolonged processing times have introduced significant uncertainty for organizations managing cross-border talent. These disruptions not only complicate compliance, but also affect workforce planning, employee experience, and business continuity. These changes demand proactive strategies, flexible frameworks, […]
Section 530A accounts, commonly known as Trump accounts, are early childhood savings vehicles intended to give children a head start for a secure financial future. Starting on July 4, 2026, contributions to these accounts can be made by individuals, employers, government entities and charities, but families must set up a child’s account first. Accede […]
On March 4, 2026, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released an advance copy of Revenue Procedure 2026-16, potentially offering relief to individuals who failed to meet the eligibility requirements of either the bona fide residence test or the physical presence test under U.S. Internal Revenue Code section 911(d)(1)—and thus would not be able to […]
On April 7, 2026, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released Notice 2026-25, which updates the list of foreign locations with high housing costs relative to the United States.The notice is effective for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2026. However, if the 2026 adjusted housing limitation amounts are higher than those provided […]
The U.S. Treasury Department (Treasury) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released proposed regulations providing rules and definitions related to the new one percent excise tax, enacted in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), on certain remittance transfers that occur after December 31, 2025 Accede al recurso completo Fuente: KPMG
On August 31, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (the “Federal Circuit”) reversed two taxpayer-favorable decisions of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, holding that neither the U.S.-Canada income tax treaty nor the U.S.-France income tax treaty permits a foreign tax credit («FTC») to offset the U.S. net investment income tax […]
On March 25, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order to modernize how the government handles money—switching from paper-based payment to electronic payment. The Order mandates that effective September 30, 2025, the federal government will cease issuing paper checks for any disbursements, including tax refunds. Additionally, payments made to the federal government must also be […]