The CAPLAW Attorney Network connects attorneys from across the county in dealing with Community Action Agency legal issues, enabling legal professionals working with CAAs to share information, provide informal peer-to-peer assistance, and benefit from other legal experts’ input.
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Thursday, September 30, 2010
New! Introduction to CSBG Training Module
This interactive module enables CAA staff and boards to learn about CSBG either at their desks or in a group training session, such as a board meeting. The module contains 10 chapters on topics ranging from the history of the CSBG program to the tripartite board requirements to funding reduction and termination.
View the Module!
View the Module!
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Head Start FY2011 Monitoring Protocol and Guide
The Office of Head Start has released the Head Start Monitoring Protocol for the 2011 Fiscal Year, which starts October 1, 2010. View the monitoring protocal.
Monday, September 27, 2010
Head Start Proposed Regulations
Read the CAPLAW article, HHS Proposes New Regulations on Recompetition, from the September 24, 2010 issue of the CAPLAW E-News Bulletin.
Last Chance to Register! Health Care Reform Audio Conference
Registration closes today for the upcoming CAPLAW audio conference Health Care Reform: Prepare Now for 2011 Requirements!
September 29, 2010
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m EST
Audio Conference Description:
Earlier this year, Congress passed and President Obama signed into law what is now commonly known as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The Act makes sweeping changes to the provision of health benefits in America, with an impact on employers, government,and individuals. In this session, we will focus on the immediate impact of health care reform on your CAA and the steps you need to take now to ensure compliance.
September 29, 2010
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m EST
Audio Conference Description:
Earlier this year, Congress passed and President Obama signed into law what is now commonly known as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The Act makes sweeping changes to the provision of health benefits in America, with an impact on employers, government,and individuals. In this session, we will focus on the immediate impact of health care reform on your CAA and the steps you need to take now to ensure compliance.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Health Care Reform Audio Conference
Register by Monday, September 27th for the upcoming CAPLAW audio conference Health Care Reform: Prepare Now for 2011 Requirements!
September 29, 2010
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
About the Conference:
Earlier this year, Congress passed and President Obama signed into law what is now commonly known as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The Act makes sweeping changes to the provision of health benefits in America, with an impact on employers, government,and individuals. In this session, we will focus on the immediate impact of health care reform on your CAA and the steps you need to take now to ensure compliance.
About Our Presenter:
Edward I. Leeds, Esq. is Counsel at Ballard Spahr LLP, where he is a member of the firm’s Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Group, Health Care and P3/Infrastructure Groups and Health Care Reform Initiative. His practice concentrates on issues relating to the design, administration, and taxation of health and other welfare benefits plans. Mr. Leeds has represented employers in the negotiation and drafting of contracts with insurers, third-party administrators, and other vendors in documenting and communicating welfare benefits plans, and in complying with applicable state and federal laws, including HIPAA, COBRA, cafeteria-plan requirements, and the rules applicable to government benefits programs, such as Medicare. He has counseled employers on the introduction of paperless technologies to the administration of their benefits arrangements, the provision of benefits to domestic partners, the introduction of wellness initiatives, and health and welfare issues that arise in corporate transactions, litigation, and collective bargaining. Mr. Leeds lectures frequently on health and welfare benefits topics. He is a graduate of Haverford College and Harvard Law School.
Friday, September 17, 2010
New ADA Regulations Webinar
Register for the October 13th Ballard Spahr webinar, New ADA Regulations: Mandatory Steps for Developers/Owners/ Managers of Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities. Attorneys from Ballard Spahr’s Real Estate Department and Labor and Employment Group will discuss the new regulations and the steps covered entities should take to comply.
Topics:
Date and Time
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET
- Substantive changes to requirements for places of public accommodation, including hospitals, hotels, and shopping centers, regarding individuals with disabilities
- Design and construction requirements for new facilities and safe harbors
- Requirements for banks and other institutions regarding electronic technology (ATMs, ITMs, kiosks)
- Ramifications for resorts, hotels, timeshares, and related recreational facilities
- Guidelines regarding accommodation of individuals seeking to use service animals, mobility devices, and communication-enabling technology
- Requirements for entities that manage stadiums, concert halls, and theaters regarding the sale and issue of tickets
- Additional ADA changes proposed by the DOJ regarding the use of equipment and furniture, interactive sales technology, and the Internet.
Date and Time
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET
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