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Healthcare Reform Bill Signed!

We at EmSpring are not in favor of government-run health insurance or a universal public system, but it is undeniable that the current system of employer-provided group health insurance is broken. With President Obama's signature, the new reform law brings an end to the Congressional vote, but the political fight is just beginning. While we have strong opinions on many elements of the Bill, we here at EmSpring are still most definitely in favor of change.

Health Law Implementation Begins - May Update

Following is an update on the regulatory progress made by the Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor, and Treasury.

Meet Carol Wagar!

We are pleased to announce the hiring of Carol Wagar as Chief Financial Officer. Carol is a Certified Public Accountant and brings over 25 years of public accounting and controllership experience with her to our growing firm. She is a graduate of Washington State University and is active with the WSCPA and the National Institute of Certified College Financial Planners. In addition to taking over the CFO responsibilities, Carol will lead our client implemenation team for the Webpay Payroll services.

Safe Harbor Retirement Plans

Right now, many 401(k) plan sponsors are interested in a "back to basics" approach. Our guidance can help chart the course of your company's retirement program for 2010 and beyond.

For example, consider the basic principles of a safe harbor retirement plan:

The AMA's take on the National Health Care Proposal

The American Medical Association has weighed in on the new Obama health care proposals.