April 2, 2026

U.S. Initial Jobless Claims Fall to Just Shy of Two-Year Low
S&P Global: U.S. Manufacturing Sector Growth Accelerates in March
New York Fed: Labor Market Tightness Index Fell in February
Revelio Public Labor Statistics Reports 19,000 U.S. Jobs Gained in March
FMLA and ADA Compliance: Five Keys for Employers on Leave and Accommodations
Nonsolicitation vs. Noncompete Agreements: When to ‘Employ’ One, the Other, or Both
Changes to 2025 CRD Pay Data Reporting: New Fields, New Complexity
Iowa Standardizes Civil Rights Rules
Challenger: March Cuts Rise 25% From February, AI Leads Reasons
Half of U.S. Employers Have Turned Away Candidates Over State Compliance

Upcoming Events

ASA Webinar Today for California Employers—Complimentary to Members

Don’t miss the ASA webinar “PAGA Reform in California: From Million-Dollar Mayhem to Meaningful Penalty Reduction.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. Staffing firms operating in California face disproportionate exposure to class actions and claims under the Private Attorneys General Act, but attorneys Joanna Monroe and Alma Piñan of Staffing GC will look at how recent PAGA reforms present an opportunity for employers to reduce potential penalties. Sponsored by Staffing GC, an ASA legal sponsor.

All ASA webinars are complimentary for ASA members, and most qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. To learn more and to register, visit americanstaffing.net.

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The E2E Podcast From ASA Offers Insights From Industry Leaders

Have you checked out the ASA E2E Podcast: From Entry Level to Executive yet? It’s a semimonthly series of in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world.

Hear guests share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis. The latest episode features Sheena Raunikar-Bair, founder and chief executive officer of Integrity Staffing Group, talking about the realities of entrepreneurship, building a company while raising a young son, and the mentors and community that helped shape her journey. Subscribe today for strategies, insights, and inspirational stories shaping the future of staffing.

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The Latest From Your Colleagues on ASA Central

ASA Central—the dynamic online community just for staffing professionals—is home to more than 27,000 staffing professional profiles and countless ongoing industry conversations.

This week, take a look at your colleagues’ discussions and some of the blogs they’ve posted on ASA Central:

Get involved with the community—update your profile today so you can network with colleagues, join a section community, recommend and comment on your colleagues’ posts, and share your own blog or discussion post. Log in to ASA Central now.

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