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Enrollment Starts Soon for New Hampshire’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Plan
Enrollment starts soon for the New Hampshire Paid Family and Medical Leave (NH PFML) Plan, otherwise known as the Granite State Paid Family Leave Plan, the nation’s
Is Going Back to School Worth It?
Most human resource jobs don’t require education beyond a bachelor’s degree. But that doesn’t mean you won’t benefit from going back to school
Employee Fired for Refusing to Attend AA Meetings Gets $305,000 Settlement
Employers that require employees to attend Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings as part of rehabilitation programs must make sure they have alternatives for employees with
SCOTUS Reconsidering Affirmative Action—Are DE&I Programs Next?
The Supreme Court is expected to decide on the need for affirmative action in higher education next year, which could potentially affect how DE&I programs are run
Report: HR Pros Rank Top Reasons for Turnover
The 2022 job market has favored employees and job seekers. A new report from the SHRM Research Institute offers budget-friendly recommendations organizations can use to
Irvine, Calif. Boasts New Protections for Hotel Workers
Irvine, Calif. is set to implement a new ordinance that will require Irvine hotels to follow stringent workplace safety rules for their employees
DE&I Looks Different Around the Globe
Declaring a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is a vital first step for any company pursuing those goals, but global employers may find it challenging
Heather Deyrieux: When HR Careers Begin by Just Saying ‘Yes’
Heather Deyrieux, human resources manager for Sarasota County Government, past president of the HR Florida State Council and current SHRM Southeast Member Advisory
Uptick in Respiratory Illnesses Hinders Attendance, Productivity
The rapid spread of flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), COVID-19 and the common cold this fall is causing a big wave of employee absences, with many staying at home
Respect for Marriage Act Would Protect Same-Sex Couples’ Company Benefits
Same-sex couples can continue enjoying company benefits just as opposite-sex couples do now that the Respect for Marriage Act is on track to be enacted