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Labor Department issues FAQ guidance on wellness program rewards and disclosures

Atlas Watchline · August 26, 2026

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What happened

The U.S. Department of Labor announced guidance related to health-contingent wellness programs

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Why it matters

The guidance was issued by EBSA together with HHS and Treasury

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The details

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