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As we kick off 2026, there’s an important compliance deadline that employers should have on their radar: OSHA Form 300A posting and electronic reporting requirements.

The regulatory environment is changing faster than ever, and 2026 is expected to bring a wave of updates that will directly impact how small businesses hire, manage, pay, and retain employees. For companies without an internal HR team, keeping up can be overwhelming—and costly if something is missed.

The IRS has announced an increase to the monthly pretax commuter benefits, effective January 1, 2026. This means employees can soon set aside a higher amount of pretax income to cover qualified transportation and parking expenses — a simple way to save money while reducing taxable income.

As we head into 2026, there are a few key changes on the horizon for employee benefits. The recently passed budget reconciliation bill — HR 1: “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”, signed on July 4, 2025 — includes several updates that HR professionals and small business owners should take note of before the new plan year begins.

Think HR is only for companies with 50+ employees? Think again. The reality is, many labor laws apply the moment you hire your very first employee. That means even the smallest teams are at risk without proper HR practices.