Compliance Deadlines for Retirement & Welfare Benefit Plans

Key Q4 Compliance Deadlines for 401(k) and Other Defined Contribution Plans*

TRADITIONAL SAFE HARBOR 401(K) PLANS ONLY

Deadline

Requirement

Action Item

Annual Safe Harbor Notice – Safe Harbor 401(k) Plans Only

(IRC § 401(k)(12)(D))

December 1, 2026

Provide required notice to each eligible employee

Note: The SECURE Act eliminated this requirement for safe harbor 401(k) plans that satisfy certain safe harbor nonelective contribution requirements.

(but no sooner than October 2, 2026)

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