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Secretary of Health and Human Services - http://www.hhs.gov/ohr/qwl/index.htm

The Quality of Work Life (QWL) Initiative was introduced by Secretary Donna E. Shalala in 1996 and continues today as an integral part of the HHS approach to management and leadership. The QWL Initiative, led by HHS senior management and labor officials, aims to create and maintain the highest possible quality work environment for current and future employees.

Office on the Economic Status of Women – http://www.lcesw.leg.mn
The Office on the Economic Status of Women (OESW) advises the legislature and provides information and statistics on women in Minnesota. The office gathers information on population characteristics, educational attainment and enrollments, marital and parental status, household characteristics, labor force status and employment characteristics, and basic information on women's legal and economic rights.

Federal Legislation - http://thomas.loc.gov/

A complete record of proposed and passed Congressional legislation in both houses.

Work-Family Bills and Statutes - http://wfnetwork.bc.edu/bills.php
The Work-Family Bills and Statutes Database was created primarily for state policy makers to help provide an overview of the bills that have been proposed and the laws that have been passed in various states that are relevant to work-family issues.

FSA Savings Calculator for Employers - http://www.fsaandyou.com/calcpage.jhtml?id=fsaandyou/categories.inc

A Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a reimbursement account offered by employers. It allows you to save money for healthcare costs before taxes are taken out, which can leave you with more money to spend on other things.

This calculator can help you figure out how much money to contribute to your FSA. It takes just a few quick minutes, during which we’ll ask you about your income and healthcare expenses for this coming year. Then, you’ll receive an FSA savings estimate that’s tailored to your needs.

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