When selecting your educational workshop sessions for this week’s Payroll Congress, think about the impact government agency decisions have on your daily work. With that in mind, consider attending the “Late-Breaking Legislative and Regulatory Updates” education track.

This year, PayrollOrg eliminated the traditional Forum on Federal Payroll Issues workshops to further focus on each of the most impactful federal agencies in payroll management. This year’s new workshops are designed as conversations that focus on the most recent agency activities with payroll in mind.

 

IRS/SSA Reconciliations

Wednesday, May 8, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Governor’s Ballroom D/C Classroom

The IRS/SSA reconciliation process compares the employer's earnings report data processed by SSA with the employer's tax report data processed by the IRS. Presenters from the IRS, SSA, and private payroll sector will discuss the IRS/SSA Combined Annual Wage Reporting, Automated Underreporter (AUR) Program, automated substitute for return, the reconciliation timeline, and prevention and resolution. Attend this session to ensure you are in compliance.

 

A Conversation With the OCSS

Wednesday, May 8, 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Governor’s Ballroom D/C Classroom

Join the Employer Services Team from the Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) for a discussion on important compliance issues and opportunities for payroll managers. Topics will include the Child Support Portal, Communication Center, new hire reporting, independent contractors, and lump-sum payments.

 

A Conversation with the IRS and SSA

Wednesday, May 8, 5:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m.

Governor’s Ballroom D/C Classroom

Changes are happening to modernize the IRS and SSA to smooth the process of reporting and paying federal employment taxes. A few of these changes include an electronic service for Form 941-X, Adjusted Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return or Claim for Refund, and improved agency assistance to get your questions answered. This session is your opportunity to learn what’s happening and what improvements are planned.

 

A Conversation with the DOL and Census Bureau

Thursday, May 9, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Governor’s Ballroom D/C Classroom

The DOL’s Wage and Hour Division has been busy redefining worker classification, proposing new ”white collar” regulations, enforcing worker protection laws, and partnering with state labor agencies. Meanwhile, the Census Bureau continues to collect and analyze data on the economy, employment, and payroll services. All this and more will be discussed in this session.

 

Exploring the Payroll Compliance Landscape, 2024 Insights

Wednesday, May 8, 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Governor’s Ballroom D/C Classroom

PayrollOrg’s Government Relations Division will discuss legislative and regulatory trends to inform attendees about the most important issues to government decision-makers. Topics in the payroll space include consumer protections, privacy, technological advancements, transparency, garnishments, and employment tax withholding. It’s not about politics but the policies that create and prevent problems for payroll management.

 

Speak Directly With Agencies in the Expo

Ryman Exhibit Hall

Have a burning question to ask a federal agency? Want to know more about agency plans? Government agencies will talk directly with attendees at their booths during Expo hours.

 

Alice P. Jacobsohn is the Director of Government Relations for PayrollOrg.