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Happy Pi Day!

Today we celebrate π (pi), vital in math and science, from circles to complex equations. Pi is key to understanding our world and advancing technology. Let’s honor math’s role in daily life and progress. Happy Pi Day to all inspired by this number!

❗Report: Employee Leave Requests Rose in 2024, Mental Health Among Key Reasons❗

Employee leave requests increased for the third consecutive year in 2024, according to the 2025 State of Leave and Accommodations report from software firm AbsenceSoft.

Key Takeaways from the Congressional Report on HSAs (March)

The Congressional Research Service (CRS) released its most recent report, updated in 2025, describing health savings accounts (HSAs). The CRS serves as a bipartisan shared staff to congressional committees and members of Congress, outlining topics that Congress might wish to consider.

Protecting Employees’ Medical Information in the Workplace (March)

Employers obtain employees’ medical information for various reasons, such as verifying a reasonable accommodation request, certifying leave or confirming eligibility for disability benefits. At the federal level, there are several laws restricting when employers can ask for employees’ medical information and requiring employers to keep such information confidential. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).