On November 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) updated thresholds for Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 503) and Vietnam Era Veterans’
We are excited to share our 2026 HR Compliance Calendar, 2026-2027 Federal & State Holiday Calendar, and HEC’s 2026 Survey Schedule! These calendars, along with other great online resources, are also available on
While the business landscape is constantly changing in Hawaii, one thing has not changed when it comes to serving customers: people will always remember how you made them feel. In Hawaii, where community and word of mouth
As Thanksgiving approaches, I’ve been reflecting on the past year and the many ways our HEC community has grown together. In a time of constant change for employers and employees alike, I am especially grateful for
HEC's annual Holiday Practices Survey provides a brief overview of how employers in Hawaii are managing holiday time off, celebrations, and charitable giving. The results from this year indicate slight changes in scheduling
Hawaii Employers Council is launching HEC Gives Back Month with a food and fund drive to support Hawaiʻi Foodbank and the people they serve. Throughout November, we’re encouraging members, partners, and friends to
Calling all nonprofits! The Hawaiʻi Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations (HANO) is updating its data about compensation and benefits in the nonprofit sector in Hawaiʻi. HANO's Nonprofit Compensation & Benefits Survey is
On November 5, 2025, the U.S. Department of Treasury and Internal Revenue Service issued Notice 2025-62, which relieves employers from penalties relating to certain reporting requirements under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act