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The Trump administration’s first 100 days

Trump’s 2024 administration is making sweeping changes that greatly impact employers. Our team of in-house subject matter experts are tracking these changes during this new administration’s first 100 days. Explore their latest coverage.

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The Trump administration: Tracking the first 100 days

In his new term, President Donald Trump is expected to have a significant impact on issues affecting employers. In this resource, Brightmine subject matter experts detail some of the key areas where Trump has taken action or is expected to take action.

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Federal employment law penalties increasing in 2025

The penalties for violating federal laws enforced by the US Department of Labor (DOL) are increasing by 2.6% …

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New rule modernizes, strengthens H-1B Visa program

The Department of Homeland Security has announced a final rule to modernize and improve the efficiency of the …

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Republican NLRB majority to arrive earlier than expected

A recent Senate vote prevents the continuation of a Democratic majority for the next two years, signaling a …

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DOL to phase out subminimum wages for workers with disabilities

The DOL's draft rule proposes to phase out 14(c) certificates, which allow employers to pay subminimum wages to …

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Pro-labor Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer to lead DOL

Published: November 26, 2024 | Robert S. Teachout, SHRM-SCP, Legal Editor at Brightmine A one-term Republican congresswoman may …

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NLRB blocks captive audience meetings

The Board ruled today in Amazon.com Services LLC that captive audience meetings violate federal labor law.

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Nebraska voters decriminalize medical marijuana

Nebraska employers may need to revise workplace drug policies following voter approval of a ballot initiative decriminalizing the …

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New York Equal Rights Amendment: Voters approve Proposal 1

Proposition 1, also known as the Equal Rights Amendment, codifies certain discrimination protections into the state constitution.

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Arizona and Massachusetts reject tip credit measures

Voters have defeated ballot initiatives that would have changed the minimum wage tip credit in Arizona and Massachusetts.

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