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CalSavers Retirement Savings Program Overview for California Employers


CalSavers Retirement Savings Program Overview for California Employers
CalSavers Retirement Savings Program Overview for California Employers


Mandatory Participation: All California employers with at least one employee and without a qualified retirement plan must facilitate enrollment in CalSavers, including for new hires within 30 days.

 

  • Compliance Deadlines:

    • Employers with 5+ employees and no retirement plan must register for CalSavers by December 31 following the year they averaged 5+ employees.

    • Employers 1-4 or more must register by December 31, 2025.

    • Failure to register or request an exemption by due dates results in noncompliance, risking enforcement actions and penalties.

 

  • Exemptions: Employers providing an employer-sponsored plan or those solely employing the business owner can exempt themselves by visiting the CalSavers website before the deadline.

 

  • Employee Choice: Participation in CalSavers is optional for employees. They may opt-out or adjust their payroll contributions. All employees aged 18 and above are eligible without minimum hour.

 

  • Employers’ obligation. Keep in mind that employers are responsible for facilitating enrollment and contributions.

 

Please see the link below for more information.



Mandatory Participation: For all California employers with at least one employee

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