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California SB 1162 Signed Into Law: Takes Effect Jan. 1

Trusaic

Mean and median pay data reporting is a new requirement, never before seen, and it will likely help California’s Civil Rights Department (CRD), formerly the Department of Fair Employment and Housing, identify pay discrimination in the workplace. . SB 1162 will set the bar even higher.

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End-of-Year HR Checklist: 10 Tips to get your HR in order for 2025

HR Partner

For HR Partner users, you can send out Onboarding Checklists which cover both the tasks the new-starters need to complete, as well as internal administrative tasks associated with a new employee starting. If you have new team members starting over the end-of-year period, confirm start-dates and set up their onboarding schedules.

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America First Legal may not have won a DE&I “victory” against American Airlines

HR Brew

While the non-profit claimed that American Airlines will end illegal hiring discrimination, the DOL did not indicate that the airline will change any policies or that it engaged in any illegal hiring practices. The Department of Labor (DOL) issued a letter on Dec. 13, outlining the resolution to AFLs complaint.

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7 Keys to improve your hiring process.

Professional Alternatives

In fact, a recruiting well known agency survey found that 66% of companies use referral programs to find applicants. Run a background check and check references The purpose of a background check is to ensure the candidate is legally fit for the position; however, you should avoid discriminating against candidates based on their results.

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Discomfort Isn’t Discrimination: Court Sides with DEI Training

The Employer Handbook

Discomfort Does Not Equal Discrimination A critical point from the court’s ruling is that feeling uncomfortable or disagreeing with DEI training does not amount to a hostile work environment. However, it emphasized that DEI discussions do not typically threaten employee safety, well-being, or job performance.

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Time off for voting: What HR needs to know

HR Brew

Birndorf-Zeiler noted that the laws apply to those working from home, as well, adding that HR should take care not to discriminate against remote employees. HR pros looking to get ready for the primaries and general election this year can get to know the voting leave laws in states where their employees reside.

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What to expect next year with regulations and compliance

HR Brew

Colorado became the first state to regulate AI technology to protect against algorithmic discrimination. Illinois has passed a job transparency bill that goes into effect January 1. New York City spearheaded its Local Law 144 of 2021 that regulates the use of automated employment decision tools. Quick-to-read HR news & insights.