Redefining H-1B Qualifications While Reducing Fraud, Justice O’Connor’s Workplace Legacy, Women of Color Paid Less in Federal Jobs, more

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SHRM's HR Daily Dec. 4, 2023       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Will USCIS Proposal to Redefine H-1B Qualifications Limit or Expand Eligibility? U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is proposing to significantly modify the regulatory definition of a "specialty occupation," the standard used to determine if a position qualifies for H-1B sponsorship.     One of the most significant changes in the proposed rule would modify the lottery registration selection system to reduce fraud in the first step of the H-1B process.     O'Connor Made Her Mark in Decisions Affecting Workers and Women Sandra Day O'Connor, the first female Supreme Court justice, died Dec. 1 at the age of 93. She occupied a powerful role on the court in a number of employment law cases, including a significant sexual harassment decision.   Advertisement     Consider coverage for anti-obesity medications Learn how anti-obesity medications (AOMs) could help employees in your organization. Find out more about providing AOM treatment coverage. PP-ZP-US-0280 11/2023 Lilly USA, LLC 2023. All rights reserved.  Find Out More.     MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     Women of Color in Federal Jobs: Less Pay, Fewer Promotions  Black, Hispanic and Native American women experience lower pay and far less representation in executive positions in federal jobs, according to new research by the federal government. Workplace experts examine the many benefits to having people of color in leadership roles.     Should HR Silence Complaining Employees? One expert says HR professionals need to protect the workplace culture they've helped create. But another points out that taking time to listen is the key to a productive workforce. Read both arguments in HR Magazine 's Point/Counterpoint column.   Advertisement     Return on Investment for your DEI initiatives Watch this thought-provoking session where we discuss why DEI is an important facet of the employee experience, the business benefits of successfully embedding DEI into the employee experience, and steps towards a successful DEI journey. Watch now     Affirmative Action Reversal Is Changing IE&D at Work Five months after the U.S. Supreme Court banned affirmative action in higher education admissions, research shows that the political rhetoric and lawsuits that ensued after the ruling are changing the landscape of inclusion, equity and diversity in the workplace.     New York Curtails Release Agreements Involving Claims of Discrimination, Harassment or Retaliation New York state enacted a law to prevent certain terms in nondislosure and nondisparagement agreements involving harassment, discrimination or retaliation.     New York Clean Slate Act Will Seal Certain Old Criminal Records New York has joined the growing number of states that have enacted clean slate legislation that will automatically seal certain criminal records. The new law will require employers to review any hiring processes related to an applicant's criminal history.   Advertisement     Join us Thursday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. ET for an FMLA Manager Feature Focus on Intermittent Leave Tracking Learn how the FMLA Manager system can automate your leave tracking and guarantee accuracy and keep your company compliant with the latest state and federal regulations. Free Registration     Colombia: Labor Disconnection Ruled a Fundamental Right The Colombia Constitutional Court declared that the right to labor disconnection is a fundamental human right applicable to all employees, including those who perform public functions and those who are in management roles.     SHRM WEBCASTS COMING SOON     America's Labor Shortage and the Scholarship Solution Dec. 5, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Scholarship America Scholarships aren't just a feel-good story; they can be a valuable investment in a diverse future workforce, especially when targeted toward the communities your company wants to reach. In this program, Shantae Joseph, senior vice president and DE&I leader at Wells Fargo, and Arien Telles, director of product management and strategy at Scholarship America, share how their partnership helps students overcome financial need and pursue their college and career goals while also helping Wells Fargo identify, recruit and retain skilled new talent.     Well-Being Revolution: Building a Sustainable Workplace Strategy Dec. 6, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Reward Gateway A comprehensive employee well-being strategy can be a tremendous addition to your HR plans, people programs and culture initiatives. In this webcast, you'll learn how to build the foundation of your well-being strategy and unpack the benefits it can have on mitigating the effects of burnout, stress and the rising cost of living. You will learn the four key tenets of workplace well-being, how to reframe existing benefits to increase accessibility and take care of the full employee, simple techniques that managers and champions can use to maintain a well-being focus, and more.     SafetyDNA: The Key to Selecting and Developing a Safer Workforce Dec. 6, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Talogy Research from industrial and organizational psychology has identified a set of key psychological factors that predict an individual's likelihood to engage in unsafe behavior and be injured on the job. These factors make up an individual's unique "Safety DNA" profile. Top organizations are now using this methodology to: 1) select safer employees and leaders, and 2) develop a safer workforce through personalized coaching and training. Join this webcast to learn how this approach gives organizations a way to better align their selection and development efforts with the ultimate goal of employee health and safety.     Making the Case for Family Care: The Value of Investing in Employees Dec. 6, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Bright Horizons Family care benefits are more than just a workforce expense. They help foster flexibility, creativity and innovation at work. This program will delve into the advantages of employer-sponsored family care, addressing its impact on talent recruitment, engagement and retention as well as strategies for tailoring benefits to diverse workforce needs while enhancing productivity, collaboration, innovation and business growth.     Implementing a Modern Employee Experience for Associates at Edward Jones Dec. 6, 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT Sponsor: ServiceNow As a leading Fortune 500 financial services firm catering to personal investment needs, Edward Jones relies on its financial associates to deliver a human-centric, individualized approach to financial planning. It's critical that these associates spend as much time as possible with their clients and not lose time figuring out internal HR systems and processes. Attend this session to hear how Edward Jones strategized the journey to modernize its delivery of HR services, improved the associate experience and maximized self-service capabilities.     View the complete schedule of SHRM webcasts.     HR JOB OF THE DAY   Need to hire highly qualified HR candidates or looking to move your own HR career forward? SHRM HR Jobs can help you reach your goals by connecting top employers with premier HR professionals. Now more user-friendly and with new features, including the ability to filter candidates by SHRM credentials. Visit SHRM HR Jobs to learn more. Director of Human Resources - University of Tennessee Southern - Caryville, Tenn., and Pulaski, Tenn. (Onsite)     USEFUL LINKS   Compliance Network Demo on Dec. 21: Access regulatory content at the drop of a hat and benefit from timesaving conveniences. Does your startup have what it takes? Apply by Jan. 15 for the 2024 Better Workplaces Challenge Cup and find out. 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