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Biden Signs Stimulus Bill with 100% COBRA Subsidy Through September
Under the American Rescue Plan Act that President Biden signed into law, the federal government will pay 100 percent of COBRA premiums for laid off workers and covered
White House Is Working with Businesses to Fight Pandemic
White House officials announced that they were partnering with the business community to fight the coronavirus pandemic. Businesses are being encouraged to protect
SHRM: Half of Workers Wish to Remain Remote Permanently
It’s top-of-mind for every employer: When, and how, should employees return to the workplace? It’s top-of-mind for every employer: When, and how, should employees
Full-Time Workers Are Pursuing More Education—For Now
The COVID-19 pandemic saw the percentage of employed Americans enrolled in college hit a new low in 2020. Although enrollment picked up at the end of the year, that
Agencies Revise—and Complicate—COBRA Deadline Extensions
New federal guidance addresses pandemic-related extended deadlines for electing COBRA coverage, among other issues. But some warn the new relief will be administratively
COVID-19 and New Priorities Affect Boards of Directors' Pay
While many companies froze or cut board members' pay during the pandemic, forward-thinking businesses are now modifying directors' pay to align with the organization's
Review Business Travel and Vacation Policies as Pandemic Continues
As the COVID-19 crisis continues, employers may want to update their travel policies to comply with evolving federal and state travel restrictions and workplace safety
Viewpoint: Why Remote Work Is Corroding Our Trust in Each Other
As millions of employees continue to work from home during the coronavirus pandemic, our trust in colleagues and leaders may be evaporating. If we can't see our
An Employers Perspective on COVID-19 Vaccinations
The majority of
When Your Staffer Has Two Bosses
Companies are increasingly asking employees to play several roles by working for multiple bosses. What does that mean for managers? It’s not always pleasant









