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  • Pennsylvania Bans Hairstyle Discrimination

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    Pennsylvania Bans Hairstyle Discrimination

    Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a bill into law that protects hair textures and hairstyles tied to racial and cultural identity from discrimination in the workplace.












































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The benefits of accommodating diverse religious holidays

Learn how recognizing and accommodating religious holidays can help create an inclusive workplace for all employees during the …

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DOL AI guidance | DOL sets principles for AI in the workplace

The DOL's latest guidance, a "roadmap" for AI in the workplace, is intended to ensure AI is implemented …

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Minimum wage changes will be on the ballot in multiple states

Minimum wage changes may be coming to several states after Election Day. Review ballot measures in California, Massachusetts, …

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2025 wage cap for Social Security payroll taxes going up 4.4%

As the general rate of inflation continues to slow down, so too does the increase in the wage …

HR News

New California employment laws 2024

In addition to recent measures involving paid leave and captive audience meetings, several other new bills will affect …

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Brightmine survey: Managers are crucial to employee well-being

Our recent research shows that managers have a direct impact on employee well-being. Learn how preparing managers to …

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California PFL: Employers can’t require employees to use PTO first

Beginning January 1, 2025, employers in California can no longer require employees to use up to two weeks …

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California captive audience meeting ban signed by Gov. Newsom

California has joined the ranks of states barring employers from requiring employees to attend meetings intended to communicate …

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Ask Our Experts: Final pay deductions for negative PTO balance

It's not uncommon for an employee to have a negative PTO balance at termination. This resource answers the …

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