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Last Week in the State Legislature Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry Both the House and Senate were in session last week, considering proposals related to paid leave, workers’ compensation, tax appeals, and more. Here is a rundown of some of last week’s legislative action relevant to employers. HOUSE PA Board of Finance and…

Remote Work: A Complicated and Evolving Concept Just as many workers have been getting comfortable enjoying the benefits that remote work brings, employees are increasingly feeling pressure to return to the office. Numerous companies are beginning to cut back on various aspects of the hybrid work environment, either eliminating it entirely or bringing employees back…

Why Addressing Team Issues Often Backfires — And How to Avoid the Trap Raising concerns about your team’s dynamics can backfire, turning the conversation against you instead of addressing the issue. This defensive response often happens because the message feels like a personal attack. Here’s how to handle it effectively: focus on the issue, not…

Small Businesses to Washington: Prioritize the Economy Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce This quarter, the MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index is 71.2, similar to last quarter’s score of 69.5, and with sentiments from this time last year (69.2). Small businesses report having their highest levels of confidence in years, but many…

Navigating the Intersection of AI: Acceptable Use Policies, Data Security, and SDLC Source: McKonly & Asbury By now, most companies have implemented an artificial intelligence (AI) acceptable use policy. However, there are other policies that can be affected by AI, including data security/data governance and software development life cycle (SDLC). This article will outline these…

Strike Shutters Half of U.S. Ports: What It Means for You Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce As of midnight on Oct. 1, tens of thousands of International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) members went on strike at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts. Ahead of the strike, on Sept. 30, the U.S. Chamber called on President…

A Look Ahead in the Legislature House and Senate lawmakers are back in Harrisburg this week and, as always, the PA Chamber is currently monitoring several pieces of legislation with the potential to impact the state’s business community. Here is some of the legislation that employers should look out for in the week ahead. PA…

How to Choose Small Business Insurance Choosing the best small business insurance coverage protects your livelihood against the unexpected. It must meet federal, state, and local requirements while addressing industry risks. Many factors impact coverage and costs, making insuring a business a complex task. But how do you determine the coverage, limits, and kind of…

Preventing Ethical Burnout: Protecting Your Team’s Integrity Under Pressure Ethical burnout can occur when workplace stress affects employees’ ability to uphold their values, making it crucial for leaders to recognize and address this issue. Rising commercial pressures can lead to ethical lapses; leaders should set realistic goals and promote open communication to prevent this. Creating…