HR Pieces: April 2025 News | | |
Dear Lynette,
HR Advantage is soon to be celebrating our 20 Year Anniversary! It has been two wonderful decades of success and growth which would not have been possible without our incredible clients, dedicated vendors, and passionate team members. Thank you for being a part of our HRA family!
As always, thank you for subscribing to our monthly email, we are beyond grateful to serve our clients, candidates, and colleagues and want you to know that we appreciate working with you!
We understand that every business is unique, and we're committed to providing personalized solutions that align with your goals. Our team is ready to support you every step of the way; please, keep us in mind as you assess your HR needs this year!
Sincerely,
The HRA Team-
Lynette, Camille, Karla, Dana, Liz, Seth, Sarah, Anita, Erinn, Dana, and Diane
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Lynette Weatherford MA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, President
Email Lynette
877.894.0202 ext 4
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Camille Knowles PHR,
SHRM-CP, HR Advisor
Email Camille
877.894.0202 ext 3
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Karla Callaway BS
HR Advisor
Email Karla
877.894.0202 ext 2
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Dana Baldwin BS, SPHR,
SHRM-SCP, HR Advisor
Email Dana
877.894.0202 ext 1
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Elizabeth Hurst MBA
Business Development Director
Email Elizabeth
877.894.0202 ext 5
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Seth Bunn BS
Recruitment Advisor
Email Seth
877.894.0202 ext 6
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Sarah Matthews BA
Business Development Manager
Email Sarah
(877) 894-0202 ext 8
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Anita King MA, SHRM-CRP
Learning & Development Advisor
Email Anita
877.894.0202 Ext 7
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Erinn Johnson
HR Advisor Assistant
Email Erinn
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Dana Snyder, MS, BS, SHRM-CP
HR Advisor Assistant
Email Dana
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Diane Stites, MA, MBA, BS
HR Advisor Assistant
Email Diane
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April HR News
- DEI Executive Orders Do Not Change Title VII
- Hiring Picked Up in February
- Missouri Paid Sick Leave Law Poster
- Federal Compliance Calendar
- HRA Will Be Celebrating 20 Years
- HRA Employee Spotlight
- Career Opportunities
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DEI Executive Orders Do Not Change Title VII
Experts have stated that companies should review their inclusion and diversity (I&D) practices and policies in order to withstand any federal scrutiny following President Donald Trump’s executive orders addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The executive order among federal contractors and private-sector employers, however, does not supersede well-established anti-discrimination law.
With the shifts from inclusion and diversity, there is now an emphasis on a merit-based approach with some statutory obligations remaining which include tracking employment metrics for veterans and people with disabilities.
During a SHRM webinar to help employers navigate compliance with Title VII, 4% of attendees felt confident in their understanding of the executive orders and how they intersect with Title VII and only 8% stated that they are seriously considering changing their DEI programs due to the EOs. The webinar emphasized that Title VII has not been displaced and that the EOs do not supersede, erase, or eliminate any federal laws, “While the law hasn’t changed, how it will be interpreted has.”
Programs and practices which provide specific employment opportunities and benefits to certain groups over others are what employers should be paying attention to during this critical time of reviewing and assessing I&D programs and policies. “As HR assesses hiring, promotion, and training policies, it is crucial to ensure that these practices do not unintentionally incorporate protected characteristics as factors for preferential treatment.”
It is advised not to remove equal employment opportunity language from websites and policy handbooks and to take a close look at programs to ensure that they do not exclude any groups.
Source & Image Source: SHRM
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Missouri Paid Sick Leave Law Poster
On May 1, 2025, the new Missouri Paid Sick Leave law will take effect. Though it is set to go into effect shortly, there are still ongoing legal proceedings that may impact this law’s final implementation. We, at HR Advantage, are closely monitoring any developments and will provide updates should there be revisions or new guidance issued by the DOL or the courts.
The Missouri Department of Labor has provided this poster to be displayed in a visible location at your workplace by April 15, 2025. Download your poster here!
Source: MO DOL
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Hiring Picked Up in February
In February, U.S. employers added 151,000 jobs, slightly below economists' expectations but an increase from January. Job growth was seen in healthcare, financial activities, and transportation/warehousing. The unemployment rate rose to 4.1%, close to historic lows, with unemployment benefit claims remaining steady. However, there was an uptick in layoffs, primarily due to federal workforce reductions, which may be more apparent the in March and April reports.
Economists are expressing concerns about rising uncertainty and recession risks, citing an economic stoppage and a decline in consumer confidence. Some private companies are pausing hiring plans due to federal spending cuts, and ADP's employment report indicated a decline in hiring, especially in service industries connected to consumer spending.
Source: SHRM
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Federal Compliance Calendar
April 30th - (Health & Safety) Remove OSHA Form 300A Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses on or after April 30th.
- (Tax) Quarterly IRS Form 941 and Form 720 (excise tax) filing due for 2025 Q1
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HRA Will Soon Celebrate 20 Years in Business!
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To honor our 20th year in business, coming up in May, we are offering a 20% discount on Learning & Development to help you grow and develop your team and create lasting success!
Talk to a team member about this offer valid only through June 1st!
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HRA Employee Spotlight
🌟 Meet Sarah Matthews 🌟
Meet Sarah, our Business Development Manager! She thrives in a collaborative and flexible environment, values community engagement, and loves the positive culture at HR Advantage.
Her secret to success?
"Being confident, competent, and open to constructive feedback will take you far!"
Fun Facts About Her👇
🌏 She lived in China for four years!
☕ Her go-to coffee order? A medium brown sugar honey latte, hot or iced, half sweet, with almond milk.
🎬 Favorite movies? They change all the time! But she loves Friends, Landman, What Women Want, and The Proposal.
✈️ Travel bucket list? Worldwide: Greece. USA: Alaska, Wyoming, and Hawaii (because she’s never been!).
✨ If she could have dinner with anyone, it’d be Jane Fonda or Nicole Kidman.
Sarah is passionate about growing in her role and sharpening her sales skills—always striving to bring the best to our team and clients.
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