SHRM Urges NY Governor to Back Bill Helping Those with Disabilities
SHRM recently wrote to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul urging her to sign legislation that would establish a task force to promote the employment of people with disabilities. One of the most effective and least-utilized solutions to labor gaps is untapped talent pools: workers who may not be in the standard consideration set when businesses seek talent, due to perceived barriers related to one or more demographic characteristics. This legislation would help identify and remove barriers for disabled individuals so they can successfully join the workforce in New York state. Click here to read SHRM’s letter.
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