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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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Employee handbook compliance: Avoiding costly mistakes

Ensuring employee handbook compliance is essential, but it often goes overlooked. Learn about the costs of common handbook …

HR News

DOL tip credit rule struck down by 5th Circuit

The Court found the regulation to be arbitrary and capricious. It also noted the influence the U.S. Supreme …

Commentary and Insights

Election 2024: Workplace civility

Incivility at work is costing employers $2 billion a day, according to a recent report. Learn how to …

HR News

FTC noncompete rule blocked

A federal court in Texas has permanently blocked the FTC's broad ban on noncompete agreements. The same court …

HR News

Illinois AI law puts guardrails on AI in employment decisions

Illinois AI law will require businesses to ensure that their use of AI does not result in discrimination …

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The state of workplace mental health

Workplace mental health challenges are increasing every year. Learn about its current state and how to support employees …

HR News

Illinois Worker Freedom of Speech Act enacted

Employers in Illinois soon will be prohibited from requiring employees to attend or participate in meetings intended to …

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Stop WOKE Act news: DEI training ban permanently blocked

A federal district court has permanently blocked provisions of Florida's "Stop WOKE Act," declaring it violates free speech.

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The EU Artificial Intelligence Act: What US employers need to know

The EU Artificial Intelligence Act is the world's first comprehensive, horizontal legal framework for AI. Its impact will be felt globally. …

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