Form W-2 2026 Updates: New OBBBA Reporting Requirements Explained

Event Overview

Live Webinar - January 15, 2026 | Speaker: Dayna J. Reum CPP, FPC | 60 Minutes | HRCI, NASBA & SHRM-Approved Class

Staying compliant with W-2 Reporting is becoming more challenging-especially with the major changes coming under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) for W-2 Form 2026. The IRS releases updates every year, but 2026 brings some of the most significant W-2 form updates in decades.

This live training is designed for both new and seasoned payroll professionals who want a clear, practical understanding of how to correctly prepare, process, and file the Form W-2 for year-end 2026. You’ll learn exactly what’s changing, how it impacts your reporting process, and the steps you must take to stay compliant and avoid costly penalties.

We will walk through the W-2 box-by-box, cover new reporting requirements, review federal and state-specific updates, and discuss year-end best practices to help you confidently manage your 2026 filing responsibilities.

Why This Webinar Matters

How to properly close the 2026 payroll year and ensure accurate W-2s and 941 reconciliation

• Detailed box-by-box review of the W-2 Form 2026
• The most up-to-date federal legislation and IRS guidance
• New overtime and tip-reporting rules on the Form W-2
• State-specific W-2 reporting requirements you must know for 2026
• Key W-2 requirements and compliance changes under OBBBA
• Updated rules and reporting elements affecting the 2026 tax year
• State-by-state considerations for W-2 processing
• Year-end W-2 best practices to reduce errors and avoid penalties
• Overview of the updated Form W-4 and how it impacts payroll and reporting
  

Why You Should Attend

This training gives you a complete, easy-to-understand breakdown of the W-2 form updates for 2026, including new deadlines, federal changes, state-level reporting rules, and important compliance requirements. With clear instructions and practical examples, you’ll know exactly how to prepare accurate W-2s and stay fully compliant, saving your organization time, money, and stress during year-end filing.

Who Should Attend

This webinar is ideal for:

• Payroll Professionals
• Accounting and Finance Professionals
• Tax Professionals
• HR Professionals
• Business Owners
• Employee Benefits Professionals

Session Format

Live Webinar: Attend in real time and get your questions answered during the Q&A.

Recording & E-Transcript: Can’t join live? Receive the full session recording and e-transcript within 24–48 hours.

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