Here you will find literary tidbits on state and federal legislation as it relates to the Human Resources field. Laws are constantly changing and staying up-to-date is imperative as an HR Professional. We hope you find this blog a useful tool for answering questions and raising awareness of legislative issues. Would you like to contribute to this blog? Is there a specific topic you would like to see addressed here? If so, please contact NOARK Legislative Chair at eat1@eau1eav1eaw1.

Feds' Latest GINA Recordkeeping Proposal
December 22, 2014

If a GINA complaint is filed against your company, a new rule (if passed) would require you to maintain all relevant employment and personnel records until the charge is resolved.

Read Full Post


"Advocacy in Action"-Recap
September 22, 2014

NOARK hosted the second annual Advocacy in Action event on Thursday, August 14 in conjunction with the regularly scheduled membership meeting.

Read Full Post


New OSHA Fact Sheet on Musculoskeletal Disorders
April 04, 2014

HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY RECEIVES NEW FACT SHEET ON MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS IN NURSING AND RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKERS POSTED ON 2014-04-04 15:0…

Read Full Post


Investigatory Interviews Webinar
March 25, 2014

Finding Out The Truth in Investigatory Interviews: Falsehoods, Deceptions, Omissions and Interference By: Teri Morning | Thursday, April 17, 20…

Read Full Post


March 13, 2014 Daily Legislative Update - Final Day
March 25, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Thursday, March 13, 2014 32nd Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela D…

Read Full Post


March 7, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
March 25, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Friday, March 7, 2014 26th Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela DeLi…

Read Full Post


Spanish E Verify Webinar
March 25, 2014

On March 25, the E-Verify webinar on Employee Rights will be offered in Spanish!

Read Full Post


March 4, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
March 06, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Tuesday, March 4, 2014 23rd Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela DeL…

Read Full Post


Obama Budget Requests $41 Million Increase for Wage and Hour Division
March 06, 2014

KEEPING THE PRESSURE ON EMPLOYERS, ADMINISTRATION REQUESTS $41 MILLION BUDGET INCREASE FOR WAGE & HOUR DIVISION Co-authored by Lawrence Lor…

Read Full Post


Duran v U.S. Bank Case - Misclassification/overtime case
March 06, 2014

CALIFORNIA SUPREME COURT ORAL ARGUMENT IN DURAN V. U.S. BANK: APPARENTLY (SAMPLE) SIZE MATTERS Authored by Jim Harris The California Supreme Court …

Read Full Post


New I-9 Employee Information Sheet
March 06, 2014

The new one-page Form I-9 Employee Information Sheet responds to common questions and prepares new employees to fill-in Section One of the Form I-9.&…

Read Full Post


HR Questions and Answers
March 04, 2014

Here is a portion of an article from Think HR.  I thought this was useful and practical information.

Read Full Post


March 3, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
March 04, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Monday, March 3, 2014 22nd Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela DeLi…

Read Full Post


February 28, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
March 03, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Friday, February 28, 2014 19th Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela …

Read Full Post


February 26, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
March 03, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Wednesday, February 26, 2014 17th Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Ange…

Read Full Post


February 25, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
March 03, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Tuesday, February 25, 2014 16th Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela…

Read Full Post


February 24, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
March 03, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Monday, February 24, 2014 15th Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela …

Read Full Post


February 21, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
March 03, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Friday, February 21, 2014 12th Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela …

Read Full Post


Supreme Court Issues Rules on Security and Time Worked
March 03, 2014

SECURITY ON ITS WAY: SCOTUS GRANTS CERT.

Read Full Post


February 20, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
February 20, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Thursday, February 20, 2014 11th Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angel…

Read Full Post


February 18, 2014 Private Option Vote
February 20, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Daily Legislative Update – February 18, 2014 Special Update  Arkansas House of Representatives Fails to Pass P…

Read Full Post


February 18, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
February 20, 2014

Daily Legislative Update February 18, 2014 Special Edition Daily Legislative Update   SPECIAL REPORT   For months now, the State Cha…

Read Full Post


February 17, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
February 20, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Monday, February 17, 2014 8th Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela D…

Read Full Post


February 14, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
February 20, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Friday, February 14, 2014 5th Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela D…

Read Full Post


February 13, 2014 Daily Legislative Update
February 20, 2014

Daily Legislative Update Thursday, February 13, 2014 4th Day of 89th General Assembly—Fiscal Session Written by Kenny Hall, Angela…

Read Full Post


Final Rules on Employer Shared Responsibility Regarding Health Coverage
February 12, 2014

The Department of the Treasury released the final rules yesterday on the Employer Shared Responsibility.

Read Full Post


89th General Assembly Fiscal Session 2014
February 12, 2014

The 89th Arkansas General Assembly convened on Monday, February 10, 2014.  Bill filing started on January 13.  To date there are 138 Senate bills and 150 House bills.

Read Full Post


Top