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Qualifying Wages Under the HIRE Act

Under the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act (HIRE Act), employers who hire certain unemployed workers are allowed not to pay certain employment taxes. In order to qualify under the HIRE Act, the wages must be paid by a qualified employer “with respect to...

Many Employers Eligible for HIRE Act Exemption

Under the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act (HIRE Act), employers who hire certain unemployed workers are allowed not to pay certain employment taxes. Most employers are eligible for this exemption. According to the HIRE Act, a “qualified employer” is any...