THE FAIR HOUSING ACT OF 1968
Emerging from the Civil Rights Movement and the collaborative efforts of Black and White leaders, activists, and lawmakers, the The Fair Housing Act addressed widespread housing discrimination. Amid national unrest following Dr. King’s death, President Johnson and Congressional leaders appealed to reason, persuading the House to approve the legislation. The Senate quickly followed, with Senator Edward Brooke, the first African-American elected by popular vote, sharing his personal experience of being denied housing as a WWII veteran. His heartfelt advocacy underscored the Act’s urgency.
The federal Fair Housing Act, signed into law on April 11, 1968, marked the end of a challenging legislative journey. Between 1966 and 1967, Congress repeatedly considered the bill but failed to secure sufficient support for its passage. The tragic assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on April 4, 1968, galvanized momentum. President Lyndon Johnson called on Congress to honor Dr. King’s legacy by swiftly passing the Act before his funeral. The Fair Housing Act became a landmark law, symbolizing a commitment to remedy racial inequities and honoring Dr. King’s life’ work. History of Fair Housing – HUD.gov
Must answer all questions correctly:
- Which federal department is responsible for enforcing the Fair Housing Act?
- Did you know the Fair Housing Act of 1968 was a bipartisan effort to combat housing discrimination? Identify the two U.S. Senators—one Republican and one Democrat—who introduced this landmark legislation before Congress.
See last week’s answers here.
Tax season is here! We want to inform you about an important change that may affect how you receive your tax forms.
What is the Paperwork Burden Reduction Act?
On December 23, 2024, President Biden signed the Paperwork Burden Reduction Act (H.R. 3697) into law. This new legislation aims to streamline administrative processes and reduce unnecessary paperwork. One key change is that employers are no longer required to automatically provide paper copies of Form 1095-C to employees.
How Does This Affect You?
If you need a copy of your Form 1095-C, you can request one in writing. Here’s what you need to know:
– You may request a copy by emailing hrdept@royalamerican.com.
– The deadline for distribution of the form is March 3, 2025, so please send us an email AFTER this date.
If you do not request a copy, this form will not be automatically mailed to you. As always, if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the HR team.
We’re proud to announce the promotion of Jeni Anderson to Vice President of Human Resources!
Jeni’s journey with Royal American spans over two decades, beginning in 2003 in the Payroll Department before transitioning to Human Resources in 2006. Since then, she has grown through the ranks, holding titles including HR Assistant, HR Manager, and Employee Relations Manager before being promoted to Director of Human Resources in 2021.
Her dedication to professional development is evident in her achievements, including earning her PHR certification in 2021 and completing the SHRM Mental Health Certification Course in 2023. Through her leadership, Jeni has played a vital role in shaping our HR team and fostering a strong, supportive workplace culture.
Congratulations, Jeni, on this well-deserved promotion! Your hard work and commitment to our team make a lasting impact, and we’re excited to see all you’ll accomplish in this new role.
