The Affordable Care Act (ACA) created new reporting requirements under Internal Revenue Code (Code) Section 6055 and 6056. These new reporting rules require certain employers to report information to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on the health coverage offered during the year. Quick Facts: Signed into law on June 29, 2015, the Trade Preferences Extension Act of 2015 increases the penalties for reporting entities that fail to comply with Section 6055 or 6056 reporting. The increased penalties take effect for returns and statements filed in 2016. Short-term relief from penalties is available in certain limited circumstances. Read the full article  for more information on Section 6055 and Section 6056 reporting violations. Should you have questions, please contact HANYS Benefit Services by calling (800) 388-1963 or email us at hbs@hanys.org.