The federal government is concerned about the increasing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and other automated systems in the workplace, particularly those systems used in the hiring process. Several government actions this year have provided a window into how regulating agencies are approaching the AI phenomenon. The government is actively engaged in the process […]
AI decision-making systems are becoming regulatory hotspots. The increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) to perform various “human resource” tasks is rapidly becoming a focus for the regulatory community. Employers should become aware of the federal and state initiatives about the use of AI in the workplace, and take steps to ensure that their AI […]
The United States Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contracts Compliance Programs (OFCCP), which regulates contracts between the federal government and federal contractors and subcontractors, recently rescinded a rule enacted during the final days of the Trump Administration. The rule in question — Implementing Legal Requirements Regarding Equal Opportunity Clause’s Religious Exemption — had expanded […]
In November 2022, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a bulletin about stress and mental health in the workplace. Employers should pay attention to this for a couple of reasons. If you aren’t already thinking about these issues, the bulletin provides helpful information. The bulletin is also a window into how OSHA may […]