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The DOJ moved state-licensed medical marijuana to Schedule III on April 23, 2026. Here is what the rescheduling means—and does not mean—for employer drug testing, accommodation requests, and policy language.
After a Florida roofing company was cited for willful violations following a worker's fatal fall, OSHA's enforcement data confirms fall protection remains the #1 most-cited standard for the 15th consecutive year. Here's what construction employers must know.
Executive Order 14398 required federal agencies to insert anti-DEI discrimination clauses into contracts by April 25, 2026. Here's what the new mandate means and how contractors should respond.
A landmark 10th Circuit ruling backs OSHA's authority to cite healthcare employers for workplace violence under the General Duty Clause, while a wave of state laws creates new compliance obligations. Here's what healthcare employers need to know to protect workers and stay compliant in 2026.
The Department of Labor published a proposed rule on April 23, 2026, establishing a unified four-factor test for joint employer status under the FLSA, FMLA, and MSPA. Here's what it means for HR teams managing staffing agencies, contractors, and franchise relationships.
From Vensure's new AI compliance platform to the DOL's AI Literacy Framework, 2026 is the year AI-powered tools are reshaping how employers manage HR compliance. Here's what's driving the shift and how to evaluate these systems.
The EEOC's FY 2025 performance report shows record-breaking pre-litigation recoveries and a sharpened enforcement focus. Here's what the numbers mean and what employers should do now.
As OSHA marks Workers' Memorial Day on April 28 with its first-ever candlelight vigil, new BLS data shows 5,070 workers died on the job in 2024. Here's what the numbers reveal about persistent risks and what employers should do now.
FMCSA is withholding over $73 million from New York after a federal audit found 53% of non-domiciled CDLs were illegally issued. Here is what the non-domiciled CDL crackdown means for motor carriers, fleet operators, and employer compliance programs.
OSHA cited two construction companies for fatal trench collapses in April 2026, proposing nearly $4.8 million in combined penalties. Here's what employers in construction and excavation need to do now to avoid deadly violations.
With over 78% of U.S. employees living with at least one chronic condition, NIOSH's updated Total Worker Health framework gives employers an evidence-based roadmap for integrating health protection with health promotion to reduce absenteeism, boost productivity, and support worker well-being.
The DOJ's first False Claims Act settlement under the Civil Rights Fraud Initiative targets IBM's DEI practices. Employers with federal contracts need to understand what was alleged, what changed, and what to do next.
New state laws in California, Illinois, and Washington are broadening employee access to personnel records and training documentation. Here's what HR teams should do to stay compliant.
OSHA renewed and revised its Heat National Emphasis Program on April 10, 2026, targeting 55 high-risk industries for heat-related inspections and introducing updated citation guidance. Here's what employers need to know before summer.
OSHA revised its National Emphasis Program for indoor and outdoor heat-related hazards on April 10, 2026, targeting 55 high-risk industries with updated inspection priorities and clearer citation guidance. Here's what changed and how employers should prepare.
The Department of Labor and National Science Foundation announced TechAccess: AI-Ready America, a $224 million initiative to create AI workforce training hubs in every U.S. state. Learn what it means for employers and how to align your training programs.
OSHA issued a revised National Emphasis Program on April 10, 2026, refocusing heat-related enforcement on 55 high-risk industries with updated data and new guidance. Here's what employers need to know before summer.
With NIOSH calling psychosocial hazards an alarming public health problem and the ILO dedicating World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2026 to the topic, employers must act now to address workplace stress, burnout, and mental health risks alongside traditional safety programs.
The 2026 CVSA International Roadcheck runs May 12–14 with a focus on ELD tampering and cargo securement. Here is what motor carriers need to know and how to prepare your fleet before the 72-hour inspection blitz begins.
OSHA's expanded electronic recordkeeping requirements and Site-Specific Targeting program use employer-submitted data to trigger inspections. Learn how compliance technology helps employers manage this new data-driven enforcement landscape.
Illinois and New York City already regulate AI in employment decisions, and Colorado's AI Act takes effect June 30, 2026. Learn about bias audits, notice requirements, and multi-state compliance strategies for HR teams.
The DOT is expanding its drug testing panel to include fentanyl, FMCSA Clearinghouse Phase II is actively downgrading CDLs, and oral fluid testing is on the horizon. Here is what every CDL employer needs to know to stay compliant in 2026.
With OSHA's Heat National Emphasis Program expiring in April 2026 and a proposed federal heat standard under review, employers should prepare now for summer heat season. Here's what the proposed rule requires and how to protect your workers.
OSHA cited two Georgia stone countertop manufacturers for repeat silica exposure violations in March 2026, part of an escalating federal and state enforcement crackdown on respirable crystalline silica hazards in the fabrication industry.
OSHA announced two major new programs in March 2026 — the OSHA Cares initiative and the Safety Champions Program — shifting the agency toward a more collaborative, compliance-assistance approach. Here's what employers should know.
The EEOC voted 2-1 to rescind its comprehensive 2024 harassment guidance. Here's what changed, what didn't, and the steps employers should take to stay compliant.
A practical breakdown of OSHA regulatory changes in early 2026, including HazCom compliance date extensions, ITA filing deadlines, updated penalties, and enforcement priorities employers should prepare for.
Employee medical information needs careful handling. Learn what HR can collect, where to store it, who can access it, and how ADA and HIPAA rules actually apply in the workplace.
The EEOC has sharply increased its focus on DEI-related discrimination under Title VII. Employers need to understand what has changed, what the agency is targeting, and how to audit workplace programs for compliance.
Many employers have a drug-free workplace policy, but fewer have one that is clear, current, and built for the way their workforce actually operates. Here is what to look for and fix.
If your organization missed OSHA's ITA deadline, the right response is to confirm coverage, gather the correct records, and file as soon as possible. Here's a step-by-step guide.