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Obamacare Delay Gives GOP New Chance to Fight Health Law
Politics Congress won't repeal the insurance law, but conservatives will score political points by trying.
By Richard Sammon Published
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What the Supreme Court’s DOMA Ruling Means for Employers
Business Costs & Regulation In states that allow same-sex marriage, businesses should prepare for sweeping changes to benefits administration.
By Martha Lynn Craver Published
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Why the Map Matters in Determining Obamacare Costs
business Employers in some states will see more choices and lower bills when mandated medical coverage begins.
By Martha Lynn Craver Published
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Employers: Get Ready for Health Care Changes Now
business Major health care changes start January 1, when most people are required to have coverage or pay a penalty for ignoring the federal mandate.
By Martha Lynn Craver Published
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Small Business to Get Some Relief from Sequester
business Congress will make some changes to help contractors and vendors, but a big fix won’t come before the 2014 elections.
By Kenneth R. Bazinet Published
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Benghazi, IRS Cloud Obama's Agenda
Politics Administration stumbles give Republicans new grounds to fight back in the second term.
By David Morris Published
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Goodbye Capital Gains Tax Breaks
Tax Breaks Momentum is building for a tax code overhaul, and lower taxes on stock transactions could be doomed.
By Joy Taylor Published
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Federal Budget Cuts Will Bring State Tax Hikes
Economic Forecasts Why biking, drinking, smoking and winning the lottery will cost you more in some locales.
By Kenneth R. Bazinet Published
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Obama, Congress Still Miles Apart on U.S. Budget
Politics Washington's fight over taxes, entitlements and spending cuts will spill into another year.
By Kenneth R. Bazinet Published
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