Payroll Deductions in 2026 – What CAN and CANNOT Be Deducted from an Employee’s Wages

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09 Apr

Payroll Deductions in 2026 – What CAN and CANNOT Be Deducted from an Employee’s Wages

Payroll Deductions in 2026 – What CAN and CANNOT Be Deducted from an Employee’s Wages

Thursday, April 9, 2026 (12:00 AM) to Friday, April 17, 2026 (11:59 PM)
1.5 PDCs
Provider: Pedu
Course Name: Payroll Deductions in 2026 – What CAN and CANNOT Be Deducted from an Employee’s Wages

Speaker: Matthew Burr
Program Type: Videoconferences, webcasts, audiocasts, podcasts, eBooks, self-directed E-Learning
Registration URL: https://pedu.io/product/payroll-deductions-in-2026

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1. Understanding Wage/Payroll Deductions What are Payroll Deductions? – Definition and general concepts Types Of Deductions: Statutory vs. Voluntary Deductions Why are Deductions Important? Legal compliance; Employee relations; Payroll accuracy 2. Key Payroll Deductions in 2026 Statutory Deductions (Required by Law) – Federal income tax (with 2026 updates); State and local taxes (noting 2026 legislative changes); Social Security and Medicare (FICA); Unemployment insurance; Wage garnishments (e.g., child support, tax levies, creditor Garnishment) Voluntary Deductions – Retirement plans (401(k), Roth 401(k), etc.); Health, dental, and vision insurance premiums; Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); Union dues and other membership fees; Uniforms, Meals, Lodging, shortages, Breakages Overpayments — if employee was overpaid, can you just take the money back, or can you? Advance Vacation Pays, Loan to Employees, Employee Purchases, Anti-Wage Theft Laws 3. Recent & Upcoming Changes for 2026 Federal and State Legislation Updates – New laws/regulations effective in 2026; Adjusted tax rates and contribution limits; Emerging trends (e.g., remote work impact, gig economy

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Payroll deductions remain one of the most high-risk and heavily regulated areas of payroll compliance. As new federal and state regulations take effect in 2026, employers and payroll professionals must ensure they are accurately deducting wages in accordance with evolving laws, documentation requirements, and employee consent standards. This webinar delivers a comprehensive and compliance-focused review of payroll deductions in 2026, including both statutory and voluntary deductions. Participants will examine current regulatory requirements, recent legislative updates, and emerging trends that directly affect how deductions are calculated, authorized, and reported.