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Our News & Insights Hub is your go-to source for valuable information on industry developments, best practices, and innovative strategies to help you navigate the ever-evolving HR landscape. Whether you're an HR professional, a business leader, or simply interested in the field, you'll find a wealth of knowledge to support your journey. Explore our thought leadership articles and podcasts to stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions for your organization.
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Insight Articles
MRA summarizes what you need to know so you can quickly stay up-to-date on the latest HR news.
ADA & Accommodations
Changes to Section 503 Disability Affirmative Action Requirements
The OFCCP has finalized significant changes to its regulations under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, eliminating several longstanding disability-related affirmative action requirements for federal contractors and subcontractors.
HR Compliance
Employment Authorization Expiration: What Employers Need to Know
Employers should have a process for tracking the expiration dates of employees’ temporary work authorization.
Affirmative Action
VETS-4212 Reporting Portal Opens for 2026
The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) has opened the 2026 VETS-4212 reporting portal.
Affirmative Action
EEO and Affirmative Action: Where Are We Now?
Employers should focus on what remains required while ensuring employment decisions are job-related, consistently applied, and well-documented.
MRA Blog
Timely and perceptive reflections on what’s going on in the HR world.
Leadership
Managing Up
July 14, 2026
Managing up is the process of consciously working with your supervisor to obtain the best possible results for you, your manager, and your organization.
HR Compliance
Have You Met the Hotline?
June 24, 2026
Many of our calls start with “well, this is probably silly, but….” I can assure you, there are no silly questions or scenarios in HR.
Health & Wellness
Eliminating the Stigma of Discussing Mental Health
May 13, 2026
A primary reason for reticence in discussing mental health is related in part to the stigma or judgment around mental health issues.
Engagement & Retention
Don’t Be a Darwin Award Winning Employer
Keep your organization fit by being attentive to those factors that motivate and engage employees, a significant key to your company’s survival.
MRA Podcasts
Stay on top of the ever-changing world of HR with MRA's podcasts.
5 minute HR FEED Podcast
Building a Strong Workplace Culture: Renters vs. Owners
August 5, 2026
Discover how adopting an owner mindset can strengthen workplace culture through accountability, initiative, and responsible stewardship of organizational resources.
5 minute HR FEED Podcast
Five Minutes to Better Change Management
July 1, 2026
Cassie Roberts, People & Culture Business Partner of CALJAN, shares lessons from a recent M&A, including how transparent communication, trust, and change management helped keep employees engaged.
5 minute HR Feed Podcast
EEOC Proposal to Eliminate Reporting Requirements
June 3, 2026
The EEOC has proposed eliminating several federal EEO reporting requirements, including the EEO-1 report.
5 minute HR Feed Podcast
Tackling Cross-Training and Knowledge Transfer
May 6, 2026
In this episode, we explain how cross-training and knowledge transfer help teams stay flexible, reduce risk, and support employee growth.
Press Releases and News
Official announcements, exciting developments, and key information about our employees, services, and initiatives.
Technology
Teen Tech Takeover Gives MRA Firsthand Insight into the Future Workforce
July 23, 2026
By MRA
Training
MRA Honors Military Members, Veterans, and First Responders with Complimentary July Training Opportunities
June 24, 2026
By MRA
Leadership Annoucement
MRA Welcomes Kelly Kauffman as Vice President, Consulting
May 21, 2026
By MRA
Communication
From Milwaukee Roots to Nationwide Reach: MRA Celebrates 125 Years of Employer Partnership
May 5, 2026
By MRA
MRA in the News
Dive in and discover the MRA stories making headlines today.
Quad Cities Regional Business Journal
What employees want in 2026 — and how employers are adapting
March 11, 2026
Quad Cities Regional Business Journal
Survey: U.S. employers see turnover decline
February 27, 2026
Quad Cities Regional Business Journal
MRA launches new executive roundtables for 2026
January 14, 2026
Quad Cities Regional Business Journal
Beyond the checklist: Embedding compliance into culture
December 10, 2025
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