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Congratulations to the PSHRA WA State Chapter!
During the recent PSHRA National Conference in Portland, Oregon from September 28-30, 2026, the PSHRA WA State Chapter was awarded a Star Chapter Award |
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We hope to see you at the next PSHRA National Conference in September 2027 in Louisville, Kentucky! |
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Professional Development Webinar |
We're excited to announce the November professional development webinar that is complimentary to active PSHRA WA State Chapter members:
"What is Happening in Washington, D.C. - the other Washington", presented by Neil Reichenberg, former IPMA-HR Executive Director
Thursday, November 5
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Zoom link will be provided |
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During this session, recent federal regulatory, legislative, and judicial developments that would impact public sector human resource management will be discussed. The Department of Labor and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) have undertaken regulatory changes designed to overturn initiatives put in place during the Biden Administration on such issues as independent contractors, joint employment, and workplace harassment guidelines. President Trump has issued almost 260 executive orders since January 2025, more than he signed during his first term. The executive orders on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), gender identity, and disparate impact will be reviewed. Information on bipartisan legislation on issues such as paid family and medical leave and age discrimination will be shared. Recent United States Supreme Court decisions on issues concerning the Fair Labor Standards Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be discussed.
Are you ready for the Washington State HR changes coming in 2027?
- In 2027, Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML), the employer size threshold for job-protection rights drops to 15 or more employees.
- January 1, 2027, a higher minimum wage ($17.73/hr.) and overtime threshold ($1,773/wk.).
- January 1, 2027, Health Starts Act, expands pregnancy and postpartum workplace accommodation rules to all employers regardless of size and mandates paid lactation breaks.
- January 1, 2027, Fair Chance Act, expands background check and pre-screening compliance rules to smaller employers with fewer than 15 workers.
- June 30, 2027, noncompete agreements become void and unenforceable.
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HR Connections - PSHRA WA Member Monthly Forums |
Become a PSHRA WA State Chapter member to attend the complimentary lunch and learn monthly forums! Don't miss this opportunity for roundtable discussions, brainstorming, and sharing of HR ideas and topics.
Register now for the upcoming HR Connections: Thursday, November 19 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 10 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Zoom link will be provided
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PLEASE NOTE: Professional development webinars and member monthly forums will be no-charge to active PSHRA WA State Chapter members and there will be a $20.00 registration fee for each webinar or monthly forum for individuals who do not have an active paid membership with the PSHRA WA State Chapter. Membership benefits include automatic registration for active PSHRA WA State Chapter members.
Start your membership today to take advantage of all the membership benefit opportunities!
Click here to download our Membership brochure.
Send an email to admin@pshra-wa.org if your jurisdiction would like to present during an upcoming webinar or member forum. |
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Chapter Partner Recognition |
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The PSHRA WA State Chapter is affiliated with National PSHRA. There are separate dues for National membership and State Chapter membership.
The PSHRA WA State Chapter Board of Directors have been working hard to make it worth your time and financial support to create a local Washington State relevant group for education, sharing of policies and programs, sponsoring lunch and learns, local conferences, and more!
We need your support, ideas, and welcome you to join the Board or volunteer to assist with the work in building a strong Washington state chapter of HR professionals. Join the PSHRA WA State Chapter today!
Click here for more information and details on the membership and chapter partner levels.
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HR Network
Do you have a question that you'd like to ask other HR professionals? Send it to admin@pshra-wa.org to be added to the Member Forum, the online membership discussion where questions you want to ask can receive replies from any other PSHRA WA State Chapter member. We encourage you to login through your membership to access the Member Directory and Member Forum. In the Member Forum, you can ask questions of each other, share information about our policies and programs, and provide resources and experiences with each other. The Member Forum is only available to paid members and it's a great opportunity to connect and network.
Be sure to start your WA State Chapter membership. Join us! |
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Would you like to serve on the PSHRA Washington State Chapter Board?
If you’ve ever wanted to play an active role in expanding PSHRA’s reach and impact across our state, this is your moment. Whether you're a long-time PSHRA member or just exploring what our organization offers, joining the chapter board is a meaningful way to give back—and grow professionally.
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Send an email to admin@pshra-wa.org to express interest in serving on the board to fill an open officer or board member vacancy for a two (2) year term.
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Tell us about your public-sector HR background and what HR initiatives interest you.
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We’ll follow up with information on roles, responsibilities, and timelines for the election and nomination of board members.
Join us in shaping the future of public HR leadership in Washington State. |
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