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New Commuter Benefits Guide, Qualified Transportation Fringe Benefits

Best Workplaces for Commuters released a new Commuter Benefits Guide on January 27, 2022.

If you are considering setting up a qualified commuter transportation fringe benefit program or you need to brush up on the basics, this e-book can serve as your essential guide to setting up and carrying out a successful commuter benefit program.

For a limited time, the Best Workplaces for Commuters e-Guide is offered for free.

Go to this link to receive your Guide: https://bestworkplaces.org/Commuter-Benefits-Guide-ebook

This comprehensive guide includes:

• Type of Qualified Transportation Fringe Benefits
• Tax Free Limits
• Tax Savings for Employers and Employees
• Tax Benefits of Employee Pre-tax Deductions
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Qualified Transportation Fringe Benefit Rules Regarding Electronic Payment Media
• Profiles of Organizations Providing Subsidized Commuter Benefits
• Eight Steps to Starting a Commuter Benefit Program as a Pre-Tax Payroll Deduction
• Employer Decision-Making Process
• Effects of Commuter Benefits on Travel Behavior
• Additional Resources
• Appendix – A Brief History of Qualified Transportation Fringe Benefits

If you’re interested in offering commuter fringe benefits to your employees, please contact Rima Shamieh, Transportation Planner at Capital District Transportation Committee.