U.S. Seeks Data on Efforts to Eliminate the Worst Forms of Child Labor The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of International Labor Affairs is requesting information about the efforts to eliminate the worst forms of child labor by countries receiving U.S. trade benefits. Read this article SHRM Sues to Block E-Verify Mandate Read this article

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SHRMIndia Corporate Indian Companies: Forging New Talent Pipelines and Creative Career Pathways HR executives at premier Indian organizations in India’s eight key industry sectors have been tapped to increase understanding of how Indian corporations are dealing with the war for talent. Find out what the executives recommended to attract, develop and retain talent. Access this report