Republicans are expected to introduce a separate measure. The Bush administration has announced its support for an increase in the minimum wage but has advocated the inclusion of provisions that would allow individual states to raise the rate more slowly or on a regional basis. The measure considered by Congress last year included significant tax breaks for employers. New bill would encourage telecommuting. Under the proposals, an employee must telework at least 75 days per year for the credit to apply.
Committee approves educational tax benefits.
A resolution of this continual uncertainty will certainly be welcomed by human resource professionals. On March 21, the Senate defeated an amendment to campaign finance reform legislation that would have required prior written consent from union members or shareholders before funds are spent on political activities. The proposal was rejected by a surprisingly wide margin of 69-31. Retirement plan limits may be raised. A similar measure is expected to be introduced in the Senate in the near future.