Bill aims to close wage gap | Goldman's plan for adding workers with neurological differences | Survey: Many back businesses that hire nonviolent ex-convicts
A bill introduced by Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., seeks to end pay disparity and to create a modern work culture. The legislation would support flexible work schedules and women's right to negotiate salary and benefits based on merit, writes Sarah Chamberlain, president and CEO of Republican Main Street Partnership. The Hill (4/2)
Recruiting & Retention
Goldman's plan for adding workers with neurological differences Goldman Sachs has created an internship designed to boost diversity by hiring people with neurological differences, including autism, dyslexia and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. The eight-week paid program features hands-on experience, mentoring and professional training. Fox Business (4/2)
General Motors CEO Mary Barra pushes for diversity and equality across all levels of business, and GM is also a partner with Girls Who Code and other efforts to improve gender diversity. "I'm extremely proud that some of GM's top female leaders will spend time with the students, teaching them about the possibilities and rewards of a STEM education," she says. Glassdoor (4/1)
Path to Workforce
Calif. school develops trucking CTE program Duncan Polytechnical Career Pathways High School in California recently launched a trucking career and technical education pathway program. The diesel and heavy truck CTE program is designed to help train more skilled workers to fill a shortage in the industry. Commercial Carrier Journal (3/26)
The HR Leader
Big Switch CEO: Firing is part of the job CEOs must be quick to replace people who can't get the job done, writes Big Switch President and CEO Douglas Murray. "If you don't take action quickly, the board may find someone who will," he writes. Forbes (4/1)
