Taxation of Employee Benefits
The Association is opposed to the taxation of employee benefits such as educational assistance, health insurance, life and disability insurance because such taxes could result in a reduction of benefits. Such benefits are necessary for a healthy and productive workforce.
Taxation of Employee Benefits
WHEREAS, the International Personnel Management Association is the largest organization representing public sector personnel management professionals; and
WHEREAS, sound personnel policy requires employers to provide a comprehensive benefits program to their employees; and
WHEREAS, educational assistance, health insurance, life and disability insurance are fundamental components of a comprehensive benefits program; and
WHEREAS, such benefits result in a more productive and healthier work force; and
WHEREAS, an increase in the tax for these items could result in a reduction in benefits provided by employers and an increase in cost for employees; and
WHEREAS, an increase in costs would have a negative impact on all employees but especially on lower paid workers, older workers and employees with large families; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the International Personnel Management Association opposes the taxation of employee benefits.