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Updates on trending legislation and health benefits rules.

2027 HSA contribution limits are here: what you need to know

June 03, 2026 · 7 min read

Regulatory UpdatesIRS bumps up 2025 FSA contribution limitsThe 2025 FSA contribution limits are finally here. Find out what you need to know about the IRS inflation-adjusted figures for health Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Commuter, and more. 7 min readRegulatory UpdatesInformation on HSA deadlines affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton taxpayer reliefIn the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) officials announced relief for taxpayers in certain affected states. The taxpayer relief includes extended deadlines for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Get the details.5 min readRegulatory UpdatesPrepare for 2025 with the increased HSA contribution limitsThe HSA limits for 2025 are here. See how the IRS adjusted the limits and find out what it means as you plan for next year. The new, slightly higher figures could potentially present more opportunities to save. 3 min readRegulatory UpdatesIRS reminds taxpayers and plans about ineligible personal expensesThe IRS cautions taxpayers and reimbursement account administrations against misrepresenting nutrition, wellness, and general health expenses as medical care for FSAs, HSAs, HRAs, and MSAs. Read about scrutinizing food and wellness expenses.5 min readRegulatory UpdatesIRS issues slight decrease for 2024 medical mileage rateThe Internal Revenue Service (IRS) decreased the 2024 medical mileage rate to 21 cents per mile, but it raised the 2024 business standard mileage rate to 67 cents. Find out the details you need for eligible deductions and more.2 min readRegulatory UpdatesEnd of 2023 health plan reminders and a look toward 2024As you prepare for 2024, get a summary of the key benefits compliance actions in 2023. From the end of COVID-19 regulations to updated rates for key benefit areas like HSAs and FSAs, review the major compliance events.11 min readRegulatory UpdatesUpdate your enrollment info with the 5% higher 2024 FSA limits (and more)The IRS just released the 2024 contribution limits for employee benefits like FSA, Commuter, and more. Get the details about the higher limits so you can plan your 2024 healthcare benefits strategy. 6 min readRegulatory UpdatesBrush up on nondiscrimination testing and Form 5500 filing obligationsEmployers offering benefits to employees need to stay in compliance with IRS regulations on nondiscrimination testing and Form 5500 filing obligations. Find out what you need to know and when to file forms.8 min readRegulatory UpdatesExpanding access to HSAs can help underserved AmericansHealth Savings Accounts (HSAs) can increase health and financial security for many Americans, however too many are excluded from this tax-advantaged plan. Dr. Steve Neeleman lends his support to legislation and policies to expand access to HSAs. 6 min read