| Above the Fold |
December 14, 2011 |
| 2.5 million young adults gain coverage |
| By Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar |
| The number of young adults lacking medical coverage has shrunk by 2.5 million since the new health care overhaul law took effect, according to a new analysis the Obama administration is to release Wednesday...Read more |
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| Today's News |
| Workers clueless about benefits |
| By Amanda McGrory |
| There is a large gap between employee goals and how they comprehend their benefit plans, finds a new survey by the ADP Research Institute, a provider of human resources management, payroll and benefits administration services...Read more |
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| Leaders block quick Senate vote on payroll tax |
| By Alan Fram |
| Congressional negotiations over a bill extending a payroll tax cut and unemployment benefits can begin as soon the Senate rejects a version the House approved despite a White House veto threat, the Senate's top Democrat said Wednesday...Read more |
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| 403(b) plans becoming more like 401(k)s |
| By Paula Aven Gladych |
| Not-for-profit 403(b) retirement plans continue to grow and adapt to new regulations and a volatile economy, according to a new study by the Plan Sponsor Council of America. Many have taken to emulating their private sector counterparts in the 401(k) market, adhering to guidelines set forth in the Employee Retirement Income Security Act...Read more |
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| The Pulse |
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| 10 ways to beat recession depression |
| By Mark Roberts |
| Whether you're unemployed or looking for a career change in a bleak job market, it can be hard to keep a positive attitude about your future prospects. But remaining upbeat can actually increase your chances at success by helping you to stay motivated and behave more confidently on interviews...Read more |
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| Overheard on BenefitsPro |
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 I can forgive Newt a lot. But he does seem to think that we (voters) are either truly stupid or his leadership skills are that valuable. The one that sticks in my craw was his being paid 2 MILLION dollars by FNMA to be its "Historian."
-- Fishyak, Mandate now, lie later
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