Legislative

Federal Legislative Affairs

This portion of the Advocacy section highlights the public policy issues SHRM’s Government Affairs team will be advocating on Capitol Hill and in certain state legislatures each year.

Issues are categorized by the topic areas that appear in the toolbar at the left of this page. Each topic area corresponds with the policy focus of a member of SHRM's Government Affairs team. If you have specific questions regarding any of the issues listed under each topic area, please do not hesitate to contact the member of the Government Affairs team that is handling that issue.

Below are two resources available to read about the HR issues SHRM is advancing in the states and in Washington.

Your Voice Matters - Join SHRM's A-Team Today

Urge Congress to Support Key Tax Policies to Strengthen America’s Workforce and Economy

Join SHRM in urging Congress to include key bipartisan tax policies in the final budget reconciliation package that support student loan repayment, expand education access, enhance paid leave, and invest in America’s workforce.
https://www.shrm.org/advocacy/take-action/urge-congress-to-support-key-tax-policies-to-strengthen-america-workforce
 

Urge Congress to Strengthen and Support the Education-to Employment Pipeline 

The U.S. is facing a critical talent gap, and now is the time for HR professionals to make their voices heard. As an HR leader, you know that building a strong workforce starts with ensuring workers have access to education, training, and upskilling opportunities that align with employer needs. Please contact your members of Congress today and urge them to strengthen and support the education-to-employment pipeline.
https://www.shrm.org/advocacy/take-action/urge-congress-to-strenghen-support-the-education-employment-pipeline