Washington State SHRM Brings Workplace Expertise to DC
During the week of June 2, five members of the Washington State SHRM Council (Washington SHRM) traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with members of their congressional delegation. During these meetings, Washington SHRM elevated SHRM’s key federal priorities, including:
- Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace: Calling on Congress to establish a uniform federal standard that governs the responsible use of AI in HR and employment systems — balancing innovation with fairness and transparency.
- Tax Policy and Employer Benefits: Advocating for reforms that strengthen workforce participation and talent development, including expansions to Section 127 educational assistance and caregiver tax credits.
- Workforce Development: Emphasizing the importance of reauthorizing the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and expanding short-term Pell Grant access to address the nation’s growing skills gap.
Through these meetings, Washington SHRM ensured HR professionals play a vital role in shaping legislation that is practical, forward-thinking, and responsive to the needs of both employers and workers.
If you are interested in getting more involved with SHRM’s advocacy, please contact SHRM Government Affairs at governmentaffairs@shrm.org.
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