Date: February 6th, 2026

Time: 3pm ET | 2pm CT | 1pm MT | 12pm PT

Duration: 60 Minutes

Description:

Unemployment taxes aren’t simple anymore: Strapped state trust funds mean credit reductions, wage base hikes, and trickier FUTA-SUTA interactions that hit employers hard.

This CPE course arms you with the latest on IRS Form 940 filing, 2026 rule shifts, and strategies to slash liabilities before the Feb 2 deadline. Master error-proof compliance, reclaim credits, and keep SUI rates low amid state chaos.

Major Topics You’ll Nail:

• FUTA taxable wages and calculation tweaks
• Form 940 updates for seamless e-filing
• Credit reduction mechanics (and how to fight them)
• FUTA-SUTA interplay rules
• SUI rate management for cost savings

Learning Objectives

• Identify which employees and earnings are subject to unemployment taxes.
• Explain current FUTA tax rates, wage limits, and deposit requirements.
• Recognize recent IRS updates to Form 940 and common reporting errors.
• Describe how FUTA and SUTA interact and how credit reductions apply.
• Apply strategies to manage and lower state unemployment insurance rates.

Credits and Other information:

• Recommended CPE credit – 1.0
• Credits – IRS , NASBA and HRCI
• Recommended field of study – Payroll
• Session Prerequisites and preparation: None
• Session learning level: Update
• Location: Virtual/Online
• Delivery method: Group Internet Based
• Attendance Requirement:  Yes
• Session Duration: 60 minutes

Who Will Benefit:

• Chief Executive Officer
• Chief Operating Officer
• VP of Human Resources
• Chief Learning Officer
• Payroll Professional
• Operations Manager
• Payroll Professionals
• Team Leader
• Human Resources Professional
• Talent Management Professional

Gain the confidence and clarity you need to handle Form 941 like a pro—stay ahead of changes, reduce risk, and streamline your payroll tax reporting in 2025.

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