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The countdown to 2026 starts now. Don’t wait until the new year to scramble — smart HR leaders are already mapping out their strategy. Whether you're navigating seasonal hiring, budgeting for new laws, or refining your compensation strategy, a solid plan now means fewer headaches later. 

Spoiler alert: Just because your new hire's neighbor can verify and sign Section 2 of the Form I-9, doesn’t mean they should. 

VETS-4212 filing doesn’t have to be complicated- especially with experts on your side. In our latest outRageous HR podcast, compliance expert, Hector Peguero, shares what federal contractors need to know before the September 30 deadline. From understanding who must file to avoiding common mistakes, this quick video covers it all. 

Are you still completing your Form I-9s on paper, manually? Do you have a lack of visibility into the status of new hires’ Form I-9s? Do you have a remote or hybrid workforce? 

Imagine an ICE agent walks into your workplace and hands you a Notice of Inspection (NOI) for a Form I-9 audit. What do you do? 

Before your company attests to no "illegal DEI," listen to our latest outRageous HR podcast: DEI or Discrimination? Navigating Policy Shifts While Staying Compliant. “When we certify with the government it comes with an extreme amount of penalties when you get it wrong,” says Kathlyn Perez. "You're telling the government...I don't believe there's discrimination in my programs or how my managers are making decisions."

Ever wondered what would happen if everyone at your office suddenly knew each other’s salaries? Would your team leave feeling angry and defeated or would they be satisfied knowing they are paid their worth and in-line with other folks in the same role make?