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COVID-19 Relief Legislation and Year-End Legislative Priorities Background: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress passed and the President signed into law, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) to provide resources and economic assistance to American workers, families and businesses. Issue: The Families
Read MoreThe U.S. House of Representatives passed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) in a 329-73 vote on Sept. 17. Ahead of last week’s vote, SHRM sent a letter to the House expressing support for the bill (H.R. 2694).
Read MoreHR professionals have played a critical role in leading their organizations through some of the toughest workplace challenges they’ve ever faced.
Read MoreThe 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified 100 years ago, giving women the right to vote.
Read MoreA diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace is more important than ever. Emily M. Dickens, SHRM’s corporate secretary, chief of staff and head of Government Affairs, was a guest on the SHRM Career Compass podcast, where she spoke with SHRM Foundation board member Camille Chang Gilmore on creating an inclusive, positive workplace culture.
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