Workplace Compliance in 2026: New Laws, Big Changes, and What Comes Next (includes OBBBA)

November
18
2025 (Tuesday)
Time 10:00 AM PST | 01:00 PM EST
Duration: 60 Minutes
13 Days Left To REGISTER
Id: 210375
Instructor
Melveen Stevenson 
Live
Recorded
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Overview

Get ready for a transformative look at HR compliance in 2026. This webinar unpacks the most impactful regulatory shifts-from the sweeping One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) to expanded tax credits and visa policy changes-giving HR professionals the clarity and tools they need to lead with confidence.

Whether you're navigating new tip and overtime reporting rules, planning around childcare and paid leave incentives, or budgeting for H-1B visa costs, this session delivers practical insights and strategic guidance for what’s next.

Attendees will walk away with a clear understanding of federal and state trends, actionable checklists, and real-world scenarios to test their compliance instincts. With visual aids and examples woven throughout, this session is designed to empower HR teams to stay ahead of the curve and build resilient, future-ready workplaces

Why you should Attend

If you're responsible for HR, payroll, or compliance in 2026, this webinar is your roadmap to staying ahead of the curve. You'll gain practical insights into new federal laws, tax credits, and visa policies that directly impact your workforce strategy and bottom line. From decoding the One Big Beautiful Bill Act to navigating tip reporting, childcare credits, and H-1B costs, you'll leave with actionable tools and clarity-not just information. Whether you're updating your compliance calendar or advising leadership, this session equips you to lead with confidence and prepare your organization for what’s next.

Areas Covered in the Session

  • Understand key provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
  • Identify new payroll reporting thresholds and W-2 changes
  • Evaluate eligibility for tip and overtime income deductions
  • Apply expanded childcare and paid leave tax credits
  • Assess H-1B Visa compliance requirements and cost impacts
  • Recognize emerging state and federal HR trends
  • Implement strategic planning tools for 2026 compliance

Who Will Benefit

  • Human Resources specialists and leaders
  • Payroll Specialists
  • HR Business Partners
  • Talent Acquisition leaders
  • Benefits Administrators
  • Employee Relations specialists
  • Operations Managers
  • Small business owners

Speaker Profile

Melveen Stevenson is a sought-after human resources consultant and business advisor. As a certified HR professional with a background in accounting and finance, she helps companies to navigate the human resources “jungle” of compliance, human capital, and leadership challenges. In doing so, she empowers companies to strengthen their infrastructure from the inside out, specifically through leadership development, operations, training, employee engagement, and executive coaching.

Melveen speaks on key topics to empower companies with the latest research and best practices for increasing engagement, enhancing leadership presence, and optimizing diverse workforce groups.

For over 20 years, Melveen has held leadership positions in human resources operations, supply chain, and talent management at international companies in food manufacturing, medical devices, and consumer products. She is also a faculty member at California State University-Dominguez Hills. She has spent most of her career in California, and has expertise in the state’s complicated employment regulations.

Melveen is certified through the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM-SCP) and the Human Resources Certification Institute (SPHR).
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