H.R. 6960: Thomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace Act

This bill, known as the Thomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace Act, aims to enhance the access of veterans to information about benefits available to them in the workplace. Below are the key provisions of the bill:

Display of Veterans Benefits Notice

• Employer Requirements: All employers are required to post and maintain a notice regarding veterans benefits in visible areas at their workplaces where other employee notices are usually displayed.
• Notice Content: The notice must detail the benefits available to veterans under federal and state laws and must cover aspects such as how to apply for these benefits, the Veterans Crisis Line, and any state-specific benefits if provided.
• Development of Notice: The Secretary of Labor, in cooperation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, must publish this notice within 270 days of the bill's enactment. States will have 45 days to provide their information for inclusion.
• Regular Updates: The Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs are required to review and update the notice at least biannually, allowing states to contribute updates during the review process.

Information Campaign

Within 180 days after the enactment, the Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs will conduct an information campaign targeting employers. This campaign will focus on:

• Informing employers about the veterans benefits notice.
• Ensuring employers understand their obligations to display the notice.

Definitions

The bill outlines definitions for key terms such as:

• Employee: Defined according to the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Employer: Refers to any person or entity engaged in commerce with 50 or more employees working for at least 20 weeks in a calendar year.
• State: Includes all U.S. states and territories.

Effective Dates

• The provisions of the bill will generally take effect upon enactment, except for the display requirement, which will take effect one year after the law is enacted.

Relevant Companies

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