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Legislative lowdown: DOL proposes higher minimum wages for some foreign-born workers, including H-1B holders

The Department of Labor is seeking to increase the minimum wage levels employers must pay to foreign-born workers they’re hiring through visas such as the H-1B program and other labor certifications. Here’s more on what HR needs to know.

Courtney Vinopal | about 19 hours ago

Recruitment & Retention

Job openings decline in February as employers hit pause on hiring

The latest JOLTS data shows employers were trepidatious about hiring before the Iran conflict upended the US economy.

Paige McGlauflin | Mar 31, 2026

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DEI

President Trump’s latest DEI executive order targets programs for ethnic and racial minorities

Experts emphasize that the new order does not change the law, and federal contractors should re-examine existing policies for legal compliance.

Kristen Parisi | Mar 31, 2026

Total Rewards (Comp & Benefits)

To counter rising gas prices, employers revisit subsidies and work-from-home arrangements

DoorDash is one company offering workers emergency relief as gas prices rise due to the US-Israeli war in Iran.

Courtney Vinopal | Mar 30, 2026

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Recruitment & Retention

World of HR: New McDonald’s UK and Ireland campaign aims to dismantle young worker stereotypes

McDonald’s in the UK and Ireland recently launched a campaign highlighting the young workers behind its restaurants. The goal? To dispel common stereotypes about young workers.

Kristen Parisi | Mar 27, 2026

HR Strategy

As gas prices rise, companies may rethink in-office attendance requirements

Here’s what HR needs to know.