Last Week, our OmniaHR team attended the Idaho Employment Law Update and Prediction event here in Coeur d’Alene. If there's one phrase defining HR in 2026, it's this: HR is harder than ever.       Employers are navigating a perfect storm of regulatory change, from the Supreme Court's Muldrow decision potentially lowering the bar for discrimination claims to dramatically shift in EEOC Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. Add to this ICE enforcement with increased i

Hiring for a new position typically starts the same way: someone puts in their notice, work piles up, teams are stretched thin, and there’s pressure to get a job posted as fast as possible. The goal becomes filling the role so everyone can breathe again, and nothing slips through the cracks. But this hiring strategy presents a consistent problem. When you hire only to solve an immediate issue, you often end up back in the same spot, but faster than you expected. Long-term hir

As part of the temporary pandemic-era relief, many Americans have benefited from enhanced premium tax credits (PTCs) under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). These enhanced subsidies significantly lowered premiums for individuals purchasing coverage on the Marketplace. While Congress recently reached an agreement to end the government shutdown, the deal did not extend these enhanced PTCs. As a result, they are scheduled to expire at the end of 2025 unless new legislation is enact

With the federal government shutdown delaying SNAP and EBT benefits, many households, including working families, are facing increased stress, uncertainty, and food insecurity this month. Even employees who do not directly rely on these services may have family or friends who do. This moment gives employers a unique opportunity: a chance to step up, show heart, and demonstrate that business can be a force for stability and compassion in our communities. Why This Matters in th