Government agencies first need to update computers and software and then need to hire people to start looking at regulations and flagging conflicts and contradictory information. As outdated, conflicting information is corrected and/or removed based on new legislation, executive orders, etc., the agencies need to provide appropriate training to their staff. Once that is completed, start writing rules in plain language,... more »

TELECOMMUTE PAIRING PROGRAM THROUGH DOL OR UNEMPLOYMENT

How does the government ensure people are looking for jobs during unemployment and social distancing? If there's a telecommute need, then there's a potential solution to get people employed. Tele-commuting is also very desirable to parents with young children, who already face thousands of dollars in child care expenses for summer camp, after school care or day... more »

As an HR professional I have been inundated with emails and newsletters from the federal government, state government, benefit carriers, banks, and HR consultants. Often the emails will contain links to other sites -- IRS, SBA, OSHA, etc. Navigating the regulations has become tedious and frustrating especially when conflicting information is found.

I would be grateful for one website that HR professionals and business... more »

Currently, the PPP Loan Forgiveness program only allows for 3 period by which to determine your eligibility when factoring a reduction of 25% in your workforce. If you are a seasonal employer, such as a theatre or festival, who would normally not be in full operation during the PPP Period, but are comparing to a period in which you would be in full production, you will almost certainly be unable to meet the 25% reduction... more »

Any regulation that was relaxed should not be reinstated unless it was determined to have a profoundly negative impact. I am an advocate for all other regulations to be evaluated and relaxed. Regulations are a major deterrent for new business start-ups and further growth of established businesses.

For programs that must remain in place and requires reporting and auditing, the government should provide the safe software... more »

Many small business who qualify for the PPP Loan are being told if you have sufficient liquidity to weather the shutdowns that your loan may not be forgiven. Our business has a 6-12 month sales cycle and we are being advised to make a decision by May 7th 2020's safe harbor date. How can we prepare, plan and evaluate the impacts in our line of work when we wont be directly effected for such a period of time? And why would... more »

There are a number of Federal regulations when it comes to getting someone hired. A great example is processing the I-9. Normally the employer is required to have this completed and verified within 3 days of the person being hired. Due to the pandemic this has been relaxed and can be done virtually, but the employer must re-verify within 3 days of the employee actually coming to work in the workplace. This creates twice... more »

"WE" have all been training for this day! Trust in the guidelines that have been circulated throughout America and the world. "WE" will maintain the CRUCIAL and BASIC PRACTICES that WE have adapted to. WE all know them by now!

This new normal of sanitizing all surfaces, continuing to wear masks and gloves, being cognizant of what WE touch, how we sneeze, how we cough, how WE decontaminate ourselves when we return home/work,... more »

To create more unity and help make sure citizens still feel like part of a community, why not start discussion forums or locally organized boards to help serve as a liaison between government and community? Community members can have a voice.

The communities with the lowest crime rates and highest quality of life KNOW they are part of a community (social cohesion). With all the bipartisanism that's been going on, reuniting... more »

Covid-19 is going to have a large impact on smaller contractors that have to report employees getting sick from covid19. Having to report an employee with covid on the OSHA 300 log will reduce contract eligibility and increase insurance costs. This is not required for the flu or common cold. It is also going to be a challenge to determine where and when the employee contracted the virus, when it has a 14 day incubation... more »

It would be of great value to have a phone number, email, fax, etc. that is only specific to the employer for unemployment claims. The normal routes are not working.

I've had people that qualify for unemployment benefits, but have been rejected for UI benefits for up to 4 weeks. They've taken all the steps suggested via the ESD website to no avail. As the employer it would be nice to have a specific phone number to call... more »

There will need to be more regulations on public health safety in the workplace and gathering places. Anyone working around other people or with clients will need to be regularly tested and cleared to work around others. Businesses can work with public health agencies to cover the costs and procedures for testing.

 

There needs to be a direct line of regulation because there is a flood of regulations from Federal, State,... more »

Some positions still require TB tests that are totally outdated and useless, and other arcane licensure requirements could help speed up hiring in the social services.

The Administration has issued temporary compliance relief clarifications through several agencies that allow for good faith efforts to comply with non-essential requirements. The Administration is encouraged to provide clarity in a manner that provides a transition period for that notice, when appropriate, to employers of when and how these temporary enforcement policies will terminate.

There have been recent proposals in New York City to redefine Independent Contractors to be employees for the purposes of receiving paid sick leave and other COVID-19 related benefits. This would be devastating to non-profits and cultural institutions who often work with freelance artists. Furthermore, it sets a precedent that could have far reaching ramifications in the economy. Independent Contractors are, by definition,... more »