Year End Compliance Checklist for HR Teams in 2026

As December 2025 draws to a close, HR professionals must prioritize year-end tasks to ensure compliance with evolving federal, state, and local regulations. Proactive compliance not only mitigates risks—like I-9 penalties ranging from $250 to $2,500 per form (USCIS guidelines)—but also strengthens the foundation for talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention. Retaliation claims continue to dominate, comprising over 56% […]