This message is copied directly from an email received on April 2, 2025 from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration
If your DEI/ D&I radar is tingling (and confused) after recent headlines, you’re not imagining things. On April 3, a group of 10 former EEOC
In late March 2025, a federal court put the brakes on portions of two executive orders aimed at ending federal support for Diversity, Equity, and
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Considering using E-Verify? E-Verify was originally voluntary, but many states now require its use for certain employers. Requirements vary—some states mandate it for all businesses,
With Washington D.C. zeroing in on illegal immigration, there’s a growing push to make the system mandatory. Trump’s 2018 budget even earmarked money to upgrade
Wendy, I have heard about so many changes in 2025 that may affect business operations – specifically human resources. I am so confused. What do
Wendy Sellers discusses the latest clarifications from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on the legal boundaries surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. As affirmative
In 2024, Andrea Lucas, the current Equal Employment Opportunity Commission acting chair, did a podcast interview in which she suggested 11 ways to diversify your
Over the past few years, remote work has proven that it can be just as—if not more—productive than traditional office-based work. Yet, many companies are
2025 will intensify tensions around DEIB initiatives, political discourse, and organizational values. DEIB stands for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. It’s a set of concepts that can
Worried about marijuana use in the workplace (or right before work)? NIST researchers are developing a method to detect recent cannabis use by administering two
Trump’s 2025 Executive Order declares English the official U.S. language to promote national unity. However, employers must be cautious before enforcing English-only workplace policies. The
Check out my tip sheet on how to Decode Federal Resumes. Just go to The HR Lady downloads here https://thehrlady.com/downloads/. Open the folder with Articles
Wendy, I have heard about so many changes in 2025 that may affect business operations – specifically human resources. I am so confused. What do
In 2025, AI isn’t just a tool—it’s a teammate. HR leaders should prepare to manage “agentic workplaces” where humans, digital agents, and even robots work
A recent federal court ruling has temporarily blocked the enforcement of President Trump’s executive orders targeting Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) programs. Key points
Another book? Yup! ✅ Yes, I have a quote in this book and I am so excited at this continued collaboration! 📙 The Art of
With government agencies poised to pull back on worker protections, 2025 demands more from businesses. Step into the gap! How? By offering strong benefits, employee
2025 will intensify tensions around DEIB initiatives, political discourse, and organizational values. DEIB stands for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. It’s a set of concepts that can
