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House Votes Set the Stage on Government Shutdown

Los Angeles Times (09/20/13) Michael A. Memoli

Using the threat of a government shutdown as a bargaining chip, House Republicans voted today on a measure they hope will stymie the Affordable Care Act. Much of the U.S. government will cease operation at the end of September unless Congress passes a continuing resolution to “keep the lights on.” The House vote is intended to do just that—extend the existing funding levels for another 75 days. However, there is a catch. The resolution includes an amendment to defund the ACA.

“The law is a train wreck, and it’s going to raise costs. It’s destroying American jobs, and it must go,” House Speaker John A. Boehner (R-OH) said yesterday.

Obama to Warn of Perils of Health Care Defunding Plan

Wall Street Journal (09/20/13) Colleen McCain Nelson

President Obama intends to speak today at an automobile plant in Missouri and will use his speech to highlight his opposition to a Republican proposal to defund the Affordable Care Act. He also will speak about his disinclination to negotiate with Republicans about raising the debt ceiling. He would support a short-term proposal to fund the federal government, but would veto any proposal that doesn’t fund the ACA.

It’s a Meeting of Minds at Staffing World in Three Weeks

Make lasting connections to grow your business at the ASA annual convention and expo—successful staffing and recruiting professionals rely on their networks to build partnerships, learn from peers, and locate prospects. And there’s no better place to enjoy strategic networking than at Staffing World 2013, Oct. 8–10 in Orlando.

Opportunities to connect abound at Staffing World. Share ideas with others in your niche at the Section Forums. Forge personal connections with industry suppliers at the lunch and breaks in the expo hall. Discuss tips and tactics at the Knowledge Network roundtable session (an attendee favorite). Celebrate with colleagues at the grand banquet.

All this networking will supplement the invaluable education offered at Staffing World—including exciting keynote speakers, high-caliber workshops, section-specific content, and more. Get the details and register at staffingworld.org. ASA members receive a discounted registration rate.

Welcome New ASA Members

The ASA board of directors and staff welcome the following new members, which joined during the week of Sept. 9.

Creative Employment

Ontario, CA

Grove Staffing

Garland, TX

Medix

Lombard, IL

LandaJob

Kansas City, MO

Superior Recruiting

Riverton, NJ

Staffworks Employment Solutions

Indianapolis, IN

VimHR

Phoenix, AZ