Legislative Committee - Richmond SHRM

Legislative Committee

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Advocacy is a critical component of HR leadership positions. Government regulations continue to affect the workplace. Richmond SHRM wants to ensure that our federal and state legislators understand the impact that proposed legislation can have on work, workers, and workplaces. Working alongside HR Virginia (Virginia State Council) and SHRM National, Richmond SHRM will work to inform and convene volunteers to champion policies that will help organizations and people thrive to create better workplaces and a better world.

Legislative Affairs Committee Involvement:

Legislative Affairs Committee Members will report to the Richmond SHRM Board Director of Legislative Affairs.

This Committee typically meets briefly each quarter to plan advocacy efforts for the following quarter. And is most active between December and March.

The Committee will assist the Board Director of Legislative Affairs who functions as the point person for SHRM National’s Advocacy Team efforts and serves as a liaison to HR Virginia for activation.

The Committee will keep chapter members updated on proposed legislative issues affecting the workplace through emails, website alerts, and RSHRM’s social media outlets.

The Committee may organize a member trip to the state and/or US Capital to meet with legislators to ensure understanding of SHRM's position on pending legislation affecting the workplace. This is often done in conjunction with other SHRM Chapters.