Concerns over ‘Right to Disconnect’ Bill, Growing Interest in Lifestyle Spending Accounts, Slack vs. Email Dilemma, more

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SHRM's HR Daily April 11, 2024       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Legal Experts: 'Right to Disconnect' Bill Is Disconnected from Business Realities  A new California bill proposes that employees have a right to not respond to work communications during nonworking hours, potentially harming businesses. SHRM and CalSHRM oppose the bill.     LSAs Offer Personalized Benefits, Attracting Diverse Workforce Research shows a surge in employer interest in lifestyle spending accounts (LSAs), with projections showing nearly 4 in 10 employers are considering implementing LSAs by 2025 to enhance employee benefits and personalization.   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     MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     Slack vs. Email: Why Communications Platforms Are Dividing the Workplace Should you call a colleague to discuss a problem, or is email best? What about Slack? Maybe a text is the right format? Different generations choose different modes of communication, surveys find. Sometimes, that leads to misconstrued messages.     People and businesses work best when we choose to practice civility. That's why SHRM is starting 1 Million Civil Conversations. Together, we can make the world a better place, one conversation at a time.     Career Compass Podcast: Ben Madden on Transforming Traditional HR Practices with AI Ben Madden, CEO of HR Action LLC, shares insightful perspectives on the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence on traditional HR practices. Covering topics such as recruitment and employee engagement, Madden sheds light on how AI is redefining HR roles and the necessary skills for future professionals.   Advertisement     Start the free Well-being Works Better Scorecard now Support your employees' health - mind, heart and body - with help from the American Heart Association. See how your well-being programs measure up.  Start now     A 4-Day Workweek? AI-Fueled Efficiencies Could Make It Happen Steve Cohen, owner of the New York Mets and a hedge fund firm founder, has indicated that the adoption of a shorter workweek is inevitable due to AI's impact by helping streamline tasks and boosting efficiency.     State Supreme Court Issues Opinion on 'Hours Worked' The California Supreme Court set a precedent on the definition of "hours worked" within the state's wage orders for specific industries, including the construction, drilling, logging and mining sectors. This comes as a response to queries from the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.     Ontario: A Caution Before Expanding Job Duties When an employer in Ontario substantively expands an employee's duties, it may no longer be able to rely on the provisions of the employee's written contract.   Advertisement     How to seed great work through moments that matter Join Workleap leaders and a special guest speaker in an online summit on how to optimize the employee journey. Learn how to set employees up for success, cultivate a culture of learning and recognition, and make every moment one that truly matters. Save your seat today     SHRM WEBCASTS COMING SOON     SHRM's Compliance Workshop April 16, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. ET / 8 a.m.-1 p.m. PT Sponsor: SHRM Approximately 70 million Americans, or nearly one-third of U.S. adults, have criminal records, facing significant employment obstacles upon attempting to re-enter society post-incarceration. Background checks, a common hurdle to employment for these individuals, can be navigated more equitably with the advent of technology and AI, offering a pathway to fair chance hiring and U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission compliance. This daylong workshop will shed light on how to assess background checks fairly, the intricacies of applying the nature-time-nature test, the advantages and drawbacks of AI in hiring practices, and strategies to enhance compliance protocols.     First Look: 2024 Mental Health Trends for HR Leaders and Executives April 17, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Calm Business Organizational leaders are tuning in to their teams with unprecedented attention, yet despite their efforts, a striking 69 percent of employees report no improvement in mental health over the past year. This discrepancy signals a need for new directions, which will be explored in this webcast featuring Calm's top HR executives, offering an early glimpse into the 2024 Voice of the Workplace Report. Attendees can expect to gain insights into five major trends affecting employee mental health, understand underlying persistent issues and acquire actionable tactics to nurture a healthier, more efficient workforce.     The Heart of HR April 23, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: UKG Compliance, technology, payroll and communication share a common thread vital to HR. Embracing technological advancements can significantly enhance the well-being of your workforce. Despite the challenges, stagnation proves costly, and organizations have a unique opportunity to drive positive change by equipping employees with essential tools and the bravery to implement them effectively. Join Julie Develin, senior partner for human capital management advisory at UKG, for a comprehensive discussion on HR, focusing on practical approaches to facilitate meaningful connections, prioritize employee well-being and navigate change successfully.     Navigating Mental Well-Being in the Post-Pandemic Era: Insights from Our Annual Workforce Mental Health Report April 23, 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT Sponsor: Lyra Employees are still navigating the ongoing impacts of the pandemic alongside work/life challenges, heightened by stressors such as inflation, job insecurity and global crises, highlighting a critical need for increased support from employers. Lyra Health's fourth annual State of Workforce Mental Health Report, drawing on insights from HR professionals and thousands of employees worldwide, sheds light on mental health trends and employer strategies for support. This webinar will present key findings from the report, offer actionable steps for employers to enhance team well-being and provide guidance on evaluating mental health benefits, aiming to foster stronger, healthier workplace environments.     Connecting Benefits Literacy and Employee Well-Being April 25, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: HealthEquity Financial literacy and benefits literacy are key to fostering a happier, healthier workforce, as evidenced by the Kaiser Family Foundation's finding that cost has led 1 in 4 adults to skip or delay necessary health care. This webcast, led by HealthEquity's experts in health care policy and education, will delve into the critical role of enhancing financial and benefits literacy among employees, the impact of health plan design on employee satisfaction, and effective strategies for employer contributions to health savings accounts (HSAs). Learn actionable tips to positively influence your employees' well-being and satisfaction through informed benefits and financial planning.     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 Equity and Inclusion - Orange County Government - Hillsborough, N.C. (Onsite)     EXPRESS REQUEST     Celebrating Administrative Professionals' Day On the last Wednesday of April, employers have a special opportunity to recognize and reward administrative professionals. Opportunities for learning and growth are especially appreciated. 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