Benefits Open Enrollment Prep
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Typical start of open enrollment preparation. Review plan changes, update materials, and schedule employee communications.
Who must comply
Any employer that sponsors group health or other benefits with an annual enrollment window — most commonly for a January 1 plan-year start.
Background
Open enrollment isn't a single statutory deadline but a season — most employers run it in the fall so elections take effect January 1. Several ACA and ERISA notices must be delivered at or before enrollment.
How to make the most of it
- Finalize plan designs, rates, and carrier changes before communications go out.
- Refresh required notices (SBCs, CHIP, Part D, WHCRA) and the enrollment guide.
- Build a communication calendar with reminders for managers and employees.
- Schedule info sessions and make sure the enrollment system is tested and ready.
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Reviewed Saturday, June 13, 2026. Dates can change and exceptions apply — confirm with the official source. Not legal advice.