OBBBA and How the W2 Reporting has Changed for 2026
The IRS provides updates the W-2 and reporting each year, but in 2026 the One Big Beautiful Bill Act made significant changes to the W-2 and how we will report in 2026 This webinar will assist the seasoned and new payroll professional on how to properly report new items on the Form W-2 This webinar will also assist around W-2 processing to include W-2 to understand all the boxes on the form W-2 and what should be reported. A brief overview W-2 best practices will also be discussed.
Review of new W-2 reporting deadlines and penalties and updates to how we process the W-2 form. Review of the new Form W-4
Why should you attend:
The 2026 reporting year brings some of the most significant changes to Form W-2 in recent history due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). This session will help you understand these new requirements so you can start the year confident and fully prepared. You will learn how the updated W-2 fields work, including new overtime and tip reporting rules, revised W-4 guidance, and state-specific reporting updates.
By attending, you’ll gain clarity on each W-2 box, learn how to avoid common mistakes, and understand how to ensure accurate reconciliation with Form 941. You will also receive practical insights into deadlines, penalties, and best practices that can streamline your year-end process.
This webinar is designed to help you begin 2026 with complete accuracy, improved compliance, and a clear plan for managing the new reporting changes effectively and efficiently.
Areas that will be covered during the Session
- Details of how to close the 2026 year to make sure your W-2’s are correct, and 941 reconciliation happens correctly.
- Review box by box of the W-2
- Most up to date legislation releases
- New overtime and tip reporting on the Form W-2
- State specific W-2 reporting and what you need to know
- W-2 Requirements
- W-2 box by Box review
- Updated legislation to consider for W-2 and 2026
- State by State discussion of special W-2 considerations
- Year End and W-2 best Practices
Who should attend?
- All Employers
- Business Owners
- Company Leadership
- Compliance professionals
- HR Professionals
- Managers/Supervisors
After the live event, there will be a Q&A session where you can ask a question directly to our expert speaker. They will provide a clear and understandable response to help you better understand the topic.
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A comprehensive walkthrough of how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) impacts W-2 reporting for the 2026 tax year. The session will cover box-by-box changes, new overtime and tip reporting rules, state-specific updates, reconciliation best practices, deadlines, penalties, and year-end compliance preparation for payroll professionals.
This webinar explains how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has changed W-2 reporting requirements for the 2026 tax year, including updates to wage reporting, overtime calculations, tip reporting, and IRS compliance rules.
The session is led by Dayna Reum, CPP, FPC, a payroll industry expert with extensive experience in payroll operations and compliance training.
Payroll professionals, HR managers, compliance officers, business owners, and anyone involved in year-end reporting or employee wage documentation will benefit from this session.
Yes. Participants receive:
1 SHRM PDC (Professional Development Credit)
1 HRCI CEU (Continuing Education Unit)
Absolutely. A recorded version, MP3, and E-transcript are available for purchase, and registered attendees receive access via email after the session.
This webinar provides an in-depth overview of how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has significantly changed W-2 reporting requirements for the 2026 tax year.
Led by payroll expert Dayna Reum (CPP, FPC), the session breaks down each of the new updates affecting employers, payroll teams, and HR professionals.
Key Highlights of This Session:
- Detailed explanation of the new OBBBA-driven W-2 updates for 2026
- Box-by-box breakdown of Form W-2 reporting changes
- New rules on overtime, tips, and wage classifications
- IRS expectations, deadlines, and penalty structures
- Multi-state compliance considerations
- Best practices for smooth year-end reconciliation
- How to align payroll systems early to avoid errors
Who Should Attend:
- Payroll professionals
- HR managers
- Compliance officers
- Business owners
- Finance and operations teams
This session equips attendees with the most up-to-date knowledge to stay compliant and confidently prepare for the 2026 payroll and reporting cycle.
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