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Changes to employment laws over the last few months have been fast and furious: Congress amended the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disability Act, and finalized the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. With so much to pay attention to, companies are confused and even seasoned HR professionals are feeling overwhelmed.

 



That's why the Pennsylvania Chamber is holding a special Human Resources Roundtable - "Understanding The Changes To FMLA, ADA and GINA" from 8 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at the Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey, Harrisburg, PA.

The presenters will explain and clarify the latest compliance requirements and provide solid, practical advice on what to do to keep your company safe:

  • The Family and Medical Leave Act-extensive changes will be reviewed, including new military leave provisions; leave to care for an injured service member; new definition of serious health conditions and light duty; substitution of paid leave; perfect attendance rewards; employer notice obligations; fitness-for-duty certifications, and more 
  • The Americans with Disability Act-the new law (effective Jan. 1, 2009) now includes a long list of major life activities and bodily functions, as well as modifying what it means to be disabled, greatly expanding the number of individuals protected under the ADA. Topics will include definitions of disability, reasonable accommodations, how to handle medical inquiries, safeguarding medical records, and drug and alcohol issues
  • The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008-if you are aware of an employee's relative's medical condition or history, you now have genetic information, according to GINA. Employers need to request only the information they need and know what to do with the information they receive, as well as understand how the FMLA and the ADA have the potential to interact with GINA 

An Interactive Panel-a highlight of the roundtable-will be your chance to ask any HR-related question you wish from a premier panel of professionals. It's essentially a one-hour HR HelpLine to provide the answers you need on the latest updates, recommended action items and best practices.

The fee to attend is $50 for PA Chamber members, $75 for non-members, and includes a continental breakfast starting at 8 a.m. The program will run from 8:30 a.m. to noon. For your convenience, you may register online, call the toll-free conference hotline 877 866-8965 or register by secure fax at 717 238-3316.

If you have questions about the Human Resources Consulting Services offered by Stambaugh Ness, please contact Human Resources Director Lois Ribner, CPA at 717-757-6999 or 800-745-8233. You can also email Lois by using the form below.


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