Sessions
Concurrent Session
State Legislatures Back to Work: Legislative Trends to Watch For
In the 2020 elections, 5,876 seats across 44 states were decided across state legislatures. New state legislative sessions present a unique and timely opportunity for HR professionals to partner with state lawmakers to create impactful policy solutions for work, workers, and the workplace.
During this illuminating session, the National Conference of State Legislatures will analyze the balance of legislative power in the states, as well as highlight the legislative trends to watch for as lawmakers begin their new legislative sessions. Gain the know-how for staying ahead of the curve and a deeper understanding for how to effectively work with state lawmakers on workplace policy issues.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will:
- Gain an understanding of the foundations of policymaking at the state level and the role HR professionals can play in advocating for smart workplace policy.
- Learn about the state legislative trends to watch that can impact HR professionals in 2021 and beyond.