Learn about the important HR updates for 2020 thus far. Review legislation, policies, and rules surrounding COVID-19, as well as items for social issues that have been brewing for a while.
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Archives for August 2020
Even if your team isn’t returning to the workplace anytime soon, you’ll still want to update your employee policies to help navigate the difficulties of COVID-19. Get some strategies you can start implementing today.
The I-9 form was created in 1986 as part of the Immigration Reform and Control Act to protect American jobs and to cut down on illegal immigration. It makes it difficult for American companies to hire employees who don’t have authorization to work here, especially to knowingly do so. The I-9 has three sections: One for new hires to fill out, including biographical info and immigration status, a second for the employer to fill out, and a third to be completed if the new hire has a temporary work authorization.
If you received the PPP loan, you’re probably focused on maximizing loan forgiveness. Our HR services team has put together a resource all about Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness.
Normally, right around July and August is a great time to pause and check out the latest legal HR updates. July 1 is a common time for wage increases and new laws to take effect. Many states pass new laws around this time, too. But this year in particular, late July is an imperative time to take stock of HR law updates. State and federal government have been busy taking action to protect individuals and employers in the midst of COVID. This roundup of the latest HR updates will be divided into COVID-oriented and non-COVID items.