HR To Do: March

Can you believe we're already three months into 2025?! With the first quarter coming to a close, now is the perfect time to review your goals and ensure everything is on track for Q1. Are you hitting your HR and business objectives? If not, there’s still time to adjust!

March Highlights for HR & Workplace Success

? March 7 – Employee Appreciation Day The first Friday in March is Employee Appreciation Day! Show your employees how much you value their hard work with creative celebrations. Support a local business with catered treats, handwritten appreciation notes, or a fun team-building activity. Workplace happiness = productivity!

? March is National Women’s History Month Recognizing and celebrating women in the workplace is essential for fostering inclusion and gender equality. Here are some impactful ways to honor women in your organization:

• Recognize and reward achievements – Publicly acknowledge women who have made outstanding contributions. Consider awards, bonuses, or even a simple shoutout.
• Ensure equal opportunities – Review policies to guarantee fair access to career development, promotions, and training.
• Support women’s networks – Encourage participation in women’s leadership groups or mentorship programs.
• Celebrate International Women’s Day (March 8) – Host events, workshops, or discussions that promote empowerment and recognize achievements.

For more ideas, check out the National Women’s History Project or the Women’s History Month website.

? March 9 – Daylight Saving Time Begins Most of the U.S. (except Arizona and Hawaii) will “spring forward” an hour. Remind employees to adjust their clocks to stay on schedule!

? March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day (Falls on a Monday!) If your company celebrates, consider hosting a Friday event to kick off the weekend. Be sure to communicate expectations for appropriate workplace behavior.

? March 14 – Pi Day A perfect excuse to bring some pie into the office! A little fun goes a long way in boosting morale.

? OSHA Reminder Keep your OSHA Form 300A posted through April 30 to ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations.

March Compliance Deadlines for 2025

Staying compliant with key HR and tax deadlines is crucial. Here’s what you need to know for March 2025:

March 1st

?? HIPAA Breach Employee Notification

• HIPAA-covered entities and business associates must notify affected individuals and submit a breach notification to the Secretary if there is a breach of unsecured protected health information.

?? Form M-1 Filing Deadline

• Employers must file Form M-1 to report details about Multiple Employer Welfare Arrangements (MEWAs) and any Entity Claiming Exception (ECE).

March 2nd

?? Creditable Coverage Disclosure to CMS (for calendar year plans)

• Entities providing prescription drug coverage to Medicare Part D eligible individuals must disclose whether the coverage qualifies as creditable prescription drug coverage.

?? Electronically Submit OSHA Form 300A

• Employers must submit OSHA Form 300A electronically to report workplace injury and illness data from the previous year.

March 15th

?? Form 8809 E-filing Deadline

• Employers needing additional time to file certain tax forms can request an extension using Form 8809.

?? Tax Returns Due for S Corps & Partnerships

• Form 1120-S: S corporations must file their U.S. Income Tax Return.
• Form 1065: Partnerships must file their Return of Partnership Income.

?? Form 2553 Due for S-Corp Election

• Businesses electing to be taxed as an S corporation in 2025 must submit Form 2553 to the IRS by this date.

March 31st

?? Form 1099-MISC Electronic Filing Deadline

• All Forms 1099-MISC reporting miscellaneous income (excluding non-employee compensation) must be filed electronically with the IRS.

?? ACA Forms 1094-C & 1095-C Filing Deadline

• Applicable employers must electronically file Forms 1094-C and 1095-C to report employee health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

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