Engagement in the Political Process Has Rewards
IE3 looks at why you need to get out to vote in 2016.
Government
Significant Increases to OSHA Penalties Forecast
OSHA will be raising its penalties for infractions, ACCA hilary Atkins has the details.
Major Changes Coming to Clean Air Act Section 608 Rules
Changes are coming to the Section 608 program and ACCA’s Charlie McCrudden has the details.
OSHA Moves Closer to Finalizing Its Electronic Recordkeeping Rule for Workplace Injuries
Electronic recordkeeping for workplace accidents is coming. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
POTUS Signs Executive Order on Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors
The president signed an executive order requiring employers to give sick leave to government contractors.
Not Only Are Energy Standards Changing, So Is the Process the Government Uses to Set Them
There are a lot of changes coming for energy policy and how these policies are drafted are changing, too. Charlie McCrudden has all the details.
Executive Order on Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors Anticipated Soon
A new executive order may cause you to have to give paid sick leave when working on government contracts. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
The Future of Refrigerants: How Will Global and National Changes Will Affect The Indoor Environment Industry?
Refrigerants are going to play a major part in the industry the next 12 months and ACCA’s Charlie McCrudden explains what you need to be watching out for.
DOL Proposes Large Increase to Salary Threshold for Exemptions from Overtime Pay
A new proposed rule may effect who is eligible for overtime pay. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
Takeaways from Two Historic Rulings by the US Supreme Court
Last week the Supreme handed down two historic decisions. Hilary Atkins has the details.
EEOC Rolls Out Pilot Program for Online Charge Notices
The EEOC is testing a new electronic notification for charges against employers.
SCOTUS Gives Courts Expanded Oversight For EEOC Dispute Resolutions
SCOTUS recently gave employers more leniency to get EEOC claims resolved. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
Medical Marijuana Laws Expand into Georgia
Georgia has become the 26th state to legalize medicinal marijuana. Find out what it means for employers.
92% AFUE Furnaces…Here We Go Again!
The DOE has proposed a nationwide 92% AFUE Furnace Rule, but it doesn’t sit well with most. Mark Nayes shares his opinion on this proposed rule.
NYC Employers: Check those Credit Check Processes!
New York City employers can no longer use credit checks in employment decisions. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
EEOC Attempts to Clear Up Employer Wellness Programs Compliance Under the ADA
The EEOC is trying to clear up the issues with wellness programs and the ADA. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details of how it effects contractors.
Confusion Over New Regional Energy Conservation Standards for Split Central Air Conditioners
If regional standards weren’t confusing enough, now the enforcement plan has contractors asking questions, too.
Right to Work Works its Way Through Wisconsin Legislature
Wisconsin is poised to become the 25th State in the nation to pass a right to work (RTW) law. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
The Costs of Federal Regulations on Small Businesses
Government regulations cost small business alot. ACCA’s Charlie McCrudden explains in his latest article
New Year, New Congress, New Outcomes?
When Congress goes into session in 2015 there will be lots of new faces, but how will the affect their way of doing business? IE3 has the details.
