<ul><li>The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Garden State Council-SHRM are opposing a New Jersey bill that grants employees the right to disconnect from work during nonworking hours.</li><li>The bill, A4852, is criticized for limiting employer autonomy and using a 'one-size-fits-all' approach.</li><li>Introduced by Democratic Assemblywoman Heather Simmons, the bill aims to establish a structure for employers and employees to improve their relationship and prioritize personal lives.</li><li>SHRM and Garden State Council-SHRM argue that the bill presents legal challenges, could delay important business decisions, and burden employers with administrative tasks.</li></ul>

SHRM challenges New Jersey’s ‘right to disconnect’ bill

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