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A recent federal court ruling on January 9, 2025, vacated the 2024 Title IX Regulations nationwide. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has confirmed that schools must revert to the 2020 Title IX Regulations, as outlined in their Title IX and Sex Discrimination Overview.

The ARM Designation is the gold standard in the risk management industry, providing critical education to equip student with tools and expertise required to excel in Risk Management roles.

Effective January 1, 2025, SB 1100 amends the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to limit when employers can require a driver’s license in job advertisements and during the recruitment process. According to the bill’s author, unnecessary driver’s license requirements create barriers for Californians who do not drive. SB 1100 aims to promote equitable access to employment by prohibiting such requirements unless a two-part test is met.

As many of our members have deployed personnel to assist with the L.A. Fires, we wanted to provide a few friendly reminders should any of your employees sustain an injury during the scope of their employment.

Employee Benefits and Healthcare Resources for PRISM members dealing with the recent wildfires, and other catastrophic events. 

At its February 15, 2024 Board Meeting, the California Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Standards Board approved significant revisions to their lead standards, General Industry and Construction Safety Orders. The revised standards became effective January 1, 2025.

As we approach the beginning of a new calendar year, we are all busy ensuring our agencies are poised for success. This year, along with all the other work that needs to be done – be sure to prioritize updating the required employment notices. This blog will provide a summary of the key changes taking effect this January.