HR Policy Association

HRPA Resources Quick Reference

HRPA Resources Quick Reference

HR Policy Association provides expertise and advocacy on the top public policy and practice issues facing Chief Human Resource Officers and their teams. Full access to the Association's advocacy and educational resources is provided through an HR Policy Association membership.


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Unlocking Engagement through Purpose, Trust, and Teamwork: A CHRO Guide on Employee Engagement

By Margaret Faso and Gregory Hoff

This Guide, grounded in an extensive survey of HR Policy members and interviews with leading CHROs, Heads of Talent, and engagement experts, offers a comprehensive, data-backed framework for effectively measuring and fostering engagement across your organization. It provides strategies and insights drawn from member experiences, helping you create a motivated, aligned, and high-performing workforce—a critical step in driving organizational success.



ERG 2.0: A CHRO Guide of Effective Practices for Employee Resource Groups

By Nancy B. Hammer

In response to evolving perspectives on DEI and employee engagement, many member companies are refreshing their approach to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to maximize inclusion and more closely align them with business strategy. Created in partnership with the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) Foundation, this Guide provides insights from the survey results of over 100 large companies and in-depth interviews with CHROs and chief diversity officers.


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Trump Administration: 5 Critical Policy Shifts That Could Reshape HR

By Nancy B. Hammer and HRPA Staff

The reelection of Donald Trump as President resolves one major uncertainty heading into the 2024 election, but many questions remain on his stance on issues important to CHROs. We expect President-elect Trump to focus on reducing regulations and reversing the aggressive pro-labor approach adopted by the Biden administration. Read our assessment of how President-elect Trump will govern on issues important to CHROs and what it means for legislative, regulatory, and state related public policy.



What You Need to Know About the National Labor Relations Board: A CHRO Guide

By Gregory Hoff

Tailor made for CHROs, this resource for navigating labor relations and the latest U.S. labor law and policy developments provides a high-level understanding of the ins and outs of the NLRB and how it can impact your workplace – regardless of whether or not you have a union.


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5 Ways to Manage Political Differences in the Workplace

By Margaret Faso

This report distills the best thinking from CHROs, company leaders, and researchers to provide a roadmap for navigating through this year’s election season and beyond. By highlighting the top strategies for managing political differences, we strive to help you have a smooth election season in your workplace.



5 Things to Know About the Final Mental Health Parity & Addiction Equity Act Rule

By Margaret Faso

This guide provides guidance on complying with the final rule, which goes into effect January 2025. It includes background information on the rule, the impact on costs for employers, how to prepare for an audit, and more.


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Leveraging Health Care Price Transparency: A CHRO Guide

By Margaret Faso

A review of the legislative and regulatory landscape surrounding health care transparency and provides insight into how employers can utilize data to lower health care costs and improve employee experience with health benefits. Learn specific actions HR teams can take including a sample fiduciary committee charter, examples of provisions to include in contracts with vendors and carriers, and publicly available pricing tools to help in your contract negotiations.



Public Policy on Workplace AI – A Comprehensive Resource

By Nancy B. Hammer

This provides the latest information on the Executive Order actions and other significant legislative and regulatory measures affecting the use of AI at work. Find within an extensive overview of the current and proposed regulatory frameworks designed to govern workplace AI at the global, federal, state, and local levels.


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A Practical Guide to FTC's Non-Compete Rule

By Gregory Hoff

The FTC’s final rule banning nearly all non-compete agreements goes into effect September 4th, 2024. This practical Guide explores the ins and outs of the FTC’s rule; questions employers should be asking themselves; strategies for compliance; alternative strategies for protecting investments in lieu of non-compete agreements; and an overview of legal challenges to the rule and what they mean.



FTC's Final Rule Banning Non-Competes: What CHROs Should Know

By Gregory Hoff

As heavily advocated for by HRPA, existing agreements with senior executives may remain in effect. The rule will become effective 120 days after its official publication, after which all existing agreements with non-senior executives will be voided, and any future agreements with any employee will be unlawful.


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EEOC's Final Pregnancy Accommodation Rules: Top 5 Things CHROs Should Know

By Margaret Faso

The EEOC's final rules spell out employer obligations regarding accommodating pregnant employees and job applicants. Under the rules, employers must provide reasonable accommodations for individuals experiencing a wide range of qualifying pregnancy-related conditions. Employers should take steps to ensure they are in compliance by the deadline, while also making sure they are already accommodating pregnant employees and job applicants generally, in accordance with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.



CHRO Guide to Evolving Employee & Labor Relations Functions

By Gregory Hoff

The current challenging labor and employee relations environment – thanks to a resurgence in employee voice and union organizing – comes at a time when in-house employee & labor relations teams are in flux, leaving many companies struggling to adapt and find the right talent. Learn how shifts in the workforce and changes in employee expectations influence employee and labor relations strategies and how companies can develop future-focused employee relations strategies.


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