Overview
The OBBBA changes are not optional - and non-compliance can cost you. From increased ICE enforcement to tax deduction opportunities for employees, the law touches nearly every HR function.
You'll leave this session with a step-by-step, 30-day action plan, communication tips, checklists, and templates to ensure you're not caught off guard. You'll also gain insight into how to handle gray areas like tip tracking, union implications, Medicaid verification requests, and preparing for IRS 'Tipped Occupation' guidance.
Why you should Attend
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) marks one of the most significant federal HR compliance shifts in recent years. It impacts how employers report, communicate, and respond across five areas:
- Overtime tax deduction tracking
- Tip reporting and qualified roles
- Expanded ICE/immigration enforcement
- Medicaid verification requests
- Benefits plan updates to DCFSAs and HSAs
We’ll walk you through what qualifies, what doesn’t, how to prepare for gray areas (like state OT rules or service charges), and how to sequence your internal rollout with a 4-week plan and supporting checklists. This is your all-in-one prep session.
Areas Covered in the Session
- Tax deductions for OT & tips: how they work and what qualifies
- I-9 audit readiness: scripts, drills, and self-audit tips
- Medicaid verification response protocols
- DCFSA & HSA plan updates for 2026
- Interplay with state laws and CBAs
- Internal communication & manager training tools
Who Will Benefit
- HR Professionals
- Payroll and Benefits Managers
- Compliance Officers
- Business Owners and Executives
- Legal and Risk Leaders
- Multi-state Employers Navigating Compliance
- HR and Payroll teams Updating Benefits Plans
- Companies Seeking Audit Readiness
- Organizations Supporting Service-sector tipped Employees
- HR Consultants and Legal Advisors
Speaker Profile
Tamara Joiner is a seasoned HR executive and workforce consultant with expertise in talent acquisition, leadership development, and workforce optimization. She has successfully led transformative HR initiatives across industries such as aerospace, healthcare, finance, and skilled trades.
As a former SVP of People & Safety, Tamara has designed performance management systems, training programs, and consulting frameworks that enhance operational excellence. Known for her passion for developing others and building strong workplace cultures, she brings a results-driven, people-first approach to every challenge.
Based in Jacksonville, FL, Tamara supports clients both nationally and internationally.