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SHRM's HR Daily Jan. 25, 2024       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Did You Know? Workers Can Be Fired for Their Political Affiliation and Activity  It may come as a surprise to learn that private-sector employers can often fire workers based on their political affiliations or activities. No federal law creates a protected class based on political beliefs, though some state and local laws may shield employees.     Front-Line Workers Are Quitting at High Rates Quitting has fallen to a three-year low overall, but front-line workers continue to leave their jobs at high rates, according to a recent study. Here's why they're leaving and how HR can boost morale and retention among these employees.   Advertisement     Free Online Training: FMLA for Supervisors Ensure supervisors at your company understand the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and how to comply with its many complex requirements. For a limited time, you can access our E-Learning training course for FREE! Enroll for Free     MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     How the New DOL Rule Might Impact HR Professionals ​HR pros working as employees and independent contractors are reacting to the new independent contractor rule, which takes effect March 11. Some employers are confused, and independent contractors are nervous.     Health Care and Trucking Industries Likely to Feel Repercussions from Independent Contractor Rule Health care and trucking are among the industries that could be particularly impacted by the U.S. Department of Labor's new rule for determining whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor.   Advertisement     Modern 401(k) trusted by 45,000+ businesses Upgrade your retirement benefit with an all-in-one 401(k) your team will love. With payroll integrations, intuitive dashboards, and a mobile app, Guideline makes it easy to set up and manage 401(k) plans. Learn more     Customize Your Training to Meet Employee Expectations For skill development that is crisp and varied, consider in-house training. But skip lengthy sessions, restricted access and snore-inducing delivery if you want that training to resonate.     DOL Raises Penalty Amounts for Legal Violations The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released a final rule to raise its civil penalty amounts for legal violations to adjust for inflation.     California Relaxes COVID-19 Isolation and Testing Requirements Cal/OSHA just relaxed its COVID-19 isolation and testing requirements for employers in light of recent public health guidance.   Advertisement     Get a List of the Best HRIS Systems for your Company Finding a new HRIS/payroll solution for your company doesn't have to be a pain. Let the experts at Matchr do the heavy lifting for you! Just tell us what you need, and we'll send you a customized shortlist of the best systems on the market. It's simple - and best of all, free! Join the thousands of HR pros who've trusted Matchr to simplify their system searches for the past 11 years! Get Your Free List Now     New Jersey on Verge of Enacting Data Privacy Law New Jersey lawmakers just passed a bill that would create the state's first consumer data privacy legal framework, providing consumers with more control over their personal information and requiring businesses to make significant changes to their data practices.     Higher UK Immigration Fees Could Raise Employer Costs, Challenges Marked increases in United Kingdom immigration fees that went into effect last year, along with a major boost in 2024 to the Immigration Health Surcharge, could mean higher costs and more hiring difficulties for employers.     Quiz: How Is the Health Care Industry Addressing Professional Development for the Workforce? One way health care employers can address employee retention is by helping their workforce feel supported, which can come in the form of advancing their professional development. Take this quiz on how the health care industry addresses professional development. Test your knowledge with all of SHRM's quizzes.     SHRM WEBCASTS COMING SOON     SHRM's Mental Health Outlook: Evolving Your Mental Health Strategy in 2024 Jan. 30, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Calm Business In this webcast, SHRM President and Chief Executive Officer Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, and Calm CEO David Ko delve into Calm's 2024 Voice of the Workplace Report: Global Mental Health Trends for HR Leaders and Executives, offering a stark reality check on the state of mental health in today's professional landscape. This webcast will aim to ignite change, challenge perceptions and pave the way for a more mentally resilient and supportive workplace culture where mental health is prioritized, stigma is dismantled and well-being is a shared responsibility.     Returns from Wellness: Strategies for HR Departments Jan. 31, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Uber for Business HR departments often struggle to demonstrate the return on investment of employee wellness programs, leading to insufficient allocation of resources for many initiatives. To overcome this challenge, HR professionals can build a business case for whole-person wellness programs, emphasizing the need to measure meaningful returns aligned with organizational goals beyond employee satisfaction and participation rates. This webcast, based on research by the Returns On Wellbeing Institute, aims to guide HR professionals in enhancing the effectiveness of wellness efforts. The program covers topics such as the achievability and measurability of wellness returns, the role of strategic planning, gaining C-suite support, and implementing quick-win strategies through case studies.     Empowering Women's Advancement: How to Set a New Standard for Workplace Culture Feb. 5, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Workhuman Despite advancements, women continue to experience insufficient representation in corporate environments, with less than one-third of leadership roles globally held by women despite their constituting nearly half the workforce. Meanwhile, women of color encounter challenges across all employment levels. An effective strategy for advancing women involves promoting strategic recognition and fostering inclusive workplace cultures. Join Melissa Dawn Simkins, founder of The She-Suite®, and people data analyst Julian Wright as they discuss workplace challenges for women and explore how strategic people practices contribute to equity. They will provide actionable steps, tips for cultivating inclusivity and insights into using recognition strategically to build equitable workplaces.     Tackling the Communications Challenge: Creating Engaging Employee Comms Feb. 9, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Nava Effective communication about employee benefits is crucial in today's dynamic workplace. During this session, participants will gain insights into using storytelling techniques for maximum engagement, leveraging diverse channels for communication across various employee types, obtaining actionable feedback and measuring impact to adjust strategies. Attendees will leave with practical insights and actionable strategies to elevate their employee communication practices, armed with a tactical guide to implement these changes effectively.     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. Human Resources Director - City of Vancouver - Vancouver, Wash. (Hybrid)     EXPRESS REQUEST     Preparing for H-1B Cap Season U.S. employers seeking to sponsor and hire foreign professionals this year need to start preparing now for the H-1B cap season. Registration is expected to kick off on or about March 1. Visit SHRM's Preparing for H-1B Cap Season Express Request.     USEFUL LINKS   The SHRM Talent Assessment Center offers a comprehensive suite of employment technology, tools and consulting services in one place. Take guesswork out of labor law posting compliance with help from SHRM and J. J. Keller. 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