Thomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace Act
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Overview
This bill, the Thomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace Act, requires employers to display a notice detailing benefits available to veterans. The Secretary of Labor, in coordination with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, will develop and publish this notice for each state, ensuring it includes information on resources like the Veterans Crisis Line and how to apply for benefits. Employers with 50 or more employees are required to post the notice, and a public awareness campaign will be conducted to inform them of the requirement.
Key provisions
- Employers must post a notice detailing veteran benefits.
- The Secretary of Labor will develop and publish state-specific notices in coordination with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- The notice must include information on the Veterans Crisis Line and how to apply for benefits.
- States have 45 days to provide information on state-specific veteran benefits.
- The Secretary of Labor will review and update the notices at least twice per year.
- A 180-day information campaign will be conducted to inform employers.
- Employers with 50 or more employees are subject to the display requirement.
- The notice must be available on the Department of Labor and Veterans Affairs websites.
Who is affected
- Employers (specifically those with 50 or more employees)
- Veterans
- Government Agencies
- State Governments
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