H-1B visas: Canada’s new program fills up fast; US holds second lottery
Canada’s bid to attract STEM talent with H-1B visas from the US maxed out within 48 hours. Separately, US Customs and Immigration Services held a second selection lottery.
Protecting temporary workers: A trend to watch closely
Legislators in several states are pushing rules to safeguard contingent workers, and more are likely to follow. What developments your program should keep an eye on.
Rhode Island’s new IC filing requirement: An ABC ‘workaround’?
A new law affecting independent contractors circumvents a multi-factor classification process but has wider implications for contingent workforce programs.
New York City’s AI anti-bias hiring law takes effect
Companies using artificial intelligence to hire or promote workers in the city must now comply with its AI-in-hiring law. Here are takeaways from recent FAQs.
Illinois poised to become ‘equal pay’ state for temps
The state’s governor is expected to sign legislation that will impose expansive new duties on Illinois employers that rely on temporary and day laborers.
Canada makes play for foreign STEM workers
A new plan aims to attract highly skilled talent through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. Separately, decades of IMP work permit data revised downward.
Noncompete ban passes New York legislature, heads to governor’s desk
As the legislation awaits final approval, CW managers should work with their staffing providers to ensure employment agreements for New York workers are compliant.
Warehouse quota system law takes effect in New York, marks ‘sea change’ for employers
New York’s new Warehouse Worker Protection Act requires employers at distribution centers to disclose any quota systems used to track, monitor and discipline warehouse workers.
Countries double down on noncompete scrutiny
The US and UK have set their sights on contracts limiting workers’ movement when employment ends. Be sure to review your agreement language.
Australia targets exploitative employers
The country announced historic measures to crack down on employers that take advantage of migrant workers, including fines and debarment from participating in temporary visa programs.
