by Ronnean D Collins | Jan 28, 2022 | Benefits, For System Office Staff, System Office HR Announcements
February is American Heart Month! Did you know that people who have close relationships at home, work, or in their community tend to be healthier and live longer? One reason, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), is that we’re more...
by Kathy W Bryant | Jan 18, 2022 | Benefits, For System Office Staff, System Office HR Announcements
Per the President’s Executive Order, At-Home Rapid COVID-19 tests will be covered at 100% effective January 15, 2022. The State Health Plan (Plan) will offer this coverage to Plan members enrolled in the 80/20 and 70/30 PPO Plans as well as the High Deductible...
by Kathy W Bryant | Jan 14, 2022 | For System Office Staff, System Office HR Announcements
Your tax year 2021 Form W-2 is now available in the ConnectCarolina Self Service menu. Remember that UNC-Chapel Hill 2-Step Verification is required to access your Form W-2. To access your electronic W-2, click on My Pay and Taxes from the ConnectCarolina home page,...
by Ronnean D Collins | Jan 14, 2022 | For System Office Staff, Retirement News
One of the deepest fears as retirees approach the start to their retirement journey is the fear of the unknown. Donald Rumsfeld once stated that “There are known knowns. These are things we know that we know. There are known unknowns. That is to say, there are things...
by Ronnean D Collins | Jan 14, 2022 | For System Office Staff, Retirement News
As we move into the new year many will be welcomed with a long-awaited Legislative Increase provided by the approved State Budget. While you may have already made plans for your new increase, it is also a key time to consider giving your retirement plan a raise by...
by Ronnean D Collins | Jan 14, 2022 | For System Office Staff, Retirement News
Tax law places limits on the dollar amount of contributions to retirement plans and IRAs and the amount of benefits under a pension plan. IRC Section 415 requires the limits to be adjusted annually for cost-of-living increases. The limit on contributions by employees...
