2019 Legislative Preview and Advocacy

Session Description

Mile High SHRM Legislative Director, Colin A. Walker, will provide a recap of the 2019 Colorado legislative session, including new HR-related laws and bills that were introduced but did not pass.  The legislative session is well underway and is proving to be eventful.  Already, Ban the Box and the pay equity bill have been introduced.  The family leave bill “FAMLI” is expected to be introduced shortly.  It is too early to say which of these bills will pass, but we will know by August and Mr. Walker will be ready to discuss the situation.  On the federal level, Mr. Walker will discuss paid leave legislation, amendment of the overtime regulations, and developments in the Supreme Court and implications of new Justice appointments. COSHRM’s advocacy program will also be discussed, as well as how individuals and companies can make their views known and participate in the legislative process. 

Speaker Bio

Colin A. Walker

Colin A. Walker is an employment litigation attorney with Denver based law firm, Fairfield and Woods, P.C. Colin handles claims related to all aspects of employment law including, employment discrimination, wrongful discharge, FMLA issues, non-competes, among other matters. He also counsels clients on employment policies and practices to prevent litigation. Colin has served on the Mile High SHRM Board of Directors since 2012. He is currently the Legislative Chair, and helped the organization create the role when he saw a need for more communication on employment legislation. Since 2016, he has also served as the Legislative Director for Colorado SHRM. Prior to joining the board Colin was the Chair of the Legal Professional Development Group for many years. Mile High SHRM recognized Colin with their Outstanding Leadership Award for 2008-2009. Colin is also recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers for employment law.

Agenda

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM – Networking & Membership 101
11:35 AM – Lunch is served.
11:45 PM – Association Announcements
12:00 PM – Presentation
1:00 PM – Adjourn

Pricing

Members: 
$35

Non-members: 
$55

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