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New York Weighs Statewide Four-Day Workweek Pilot That Could Reshape U.S. Labor Norms

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A new legislative proposal in New York is aiming to trial a four-day workweek across both public and private sectors, potentially laying the foundation for larger reforms in how Americans approach work. According to Newsweek , the proposal is outlined in two bills introduced earlier this year in the New York State Assembly.

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U.S. Telework Success Story Faces Uncertain Future

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Department of Labor is among the agencies navigating this terrain, with policies that increasingly pull workers back to the office. Telework has proven its value, yet the proposed shift raises questions about resource allocation, workplace logistics, and employee well-being. As Levin succinctly puts it, Why go backwards?

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2025 HR Compliance Checklist: What U.S. HR Leaders Must Do Today

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Companies must review policies related to remote work, employee rights, and job posting requirements to align with new legislative mandates. Update Anti-Discrimination Policies Californias new anti-discrimination laws expand the definition of race to include traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and hairstyles (e.g.,

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Labor Crunch Pushes Japan To Reform Policy That Discourages Women From Working More Hours

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While the proposed reforms are aimed at easing a current workers crunch in Japan, they would not completely scrap a system that many argue is both unproductive and a product of outdated gender expectations. “We urge the government for an immediate review,” it said in its policy proposal.

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Pennsylvania Representatives Propose Bills in Favor of a Four-Day Work Week

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Roni Green (D-Philadelphia) is proposing a bill to reduce the standard workweek for businesses with more than 500 employees — from 40 hours to 32 hours, according to ABC 27. Dave Madsen (D-Dauphin) is proposing a separate bill to create a three-year pilot program for 70 Pennsylvania businesses to implement a four-day workweek.

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The Real Reason Coworking And Flex Spaces Struggle To Make Money

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Operators spend significant time juggling multiple systems (booking platforms, billing software, customer management, legal compliance tools) and often, this scattered approach drains resources faster than revenue can replenish them. Similarly, when a proposal is accepted, turning that into a contract takes another couple of hours.

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New IWG Research Reveals How To Seize Hybrid Advantage For Business Growth

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This public data also effectively curbs debates based on mere anecdotes, forcing any argument for a blanket policy to confront company-wide evidence. Designing these policies is a collaborative effort, involving cross-functional working groups, employee surveys, and pilot programs to test and refine approaches before a full rollout.