YCDA Roundtable - WA State Long-Term Care Act

102 West Ahtanum Road,Union Gap WA 98903

30 July, 2021

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Learn more about the WA State Long-Term Care Act and how to prepare your employees for it. The Yakima County Development Association is excited to kick off the first in-person roundtable event since the pandemic. YCDA will be hosting Brandon Cleary from Conover Insurance and HUB International who will present on the following: An overview of the WA Long Term Care Trust Act and resulting WA Cares FundHow the WA LTC Trust Tax affects employers and employees What alternative options exist for employees to opt-out of the WA Cares Fund & resulting taxWHAT IS THE WASHINGTON STATE TRUST ACT? The Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Act (LTSS) is a long-term care benefit for eligible Washington employees that helps pay for long-term services. The Act levies a 0.58% annual payroll tax on all wages earned in the state. It is known as the "Washington State Trust Act," "LTSS Trust Act," and "WA Cares Act." ABOUT OUR SPEAKER Brandon Cleary is an Employee Benefits Advisor with HUB International Northwest. Brandon’s experience has taught him to apply simple solutions to complex problems. He has routinely demonstrated the ability to explain challenging subject matter to clients to help them see the value of their benefits program. In today’s complex world of Health Care Reform and pandemic relief, Brandon will be there to guide you through the complexity of rules changes and calculations, as well as, explaining creative and knowledgeable solutions to employee benefits and wellness programs. His thorough guidance and focus will help you understand and apply the concepts for a successful program. EVENT PARTNERS Yakima County Development AssociationYakima SHRMGreater Yakima Chamber of Commerce Yakima County Development Association is an economic development organization committed to enhancing the income, quality of life, and employment stability of Yakima County residents by retaining, expanding, and recruiting new business and industry. Since 1985, the Yakima County Development Association has served over 100 businesses annually, created 5,750 new jobs at over 150 businesses, and facilitated $490 million in investments in Yakima County businesses. Today, YCDA continues its efforts through the Choose Yakima Valley Campaign.