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Drug Testing for Over-The-Counter Cannabis Products
In July of this year, Alabama passed HB 445, outlining the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board to regulate all hemp products through the licensure of manufacturers, wholesale distributors and retailers.

Employment Law Update for 2026 (Quick Guide)
Except for California, 2026 won’t be a huge year for employment law changes. Here are a few key updates on Artificial Intelligence, 1099 benefits, minimum wages, and leave policies that

HR Tech Update: isolved and ApplicantPro Merge
At Rocket City HR Consulting, we keep a close eye on the tools and technologies that impact how our clients recruit, hire, and manage their people. One of the biggest

Federal Tax Law Changes on Taxes for Tips and Overtime
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law on July 4, 2025, as Public Law 119-21. Here is a breakdown of the Tax changes for Tips and Overtime.

EEOC Guidelines on Wearables, GPS Tracking, and Use of Screen Monitoring
The EEOC recently released new guidance on employer use of wearables, GPS trackers, and screen monitoring tools in the workplace. As these technologies become more common, many employers see them

The New Language of Fairness at Work
Earlier this year, President Trump passed Executive Order 14151 (Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing) and Executive Order 14173 (Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity). These