Disabled Workers Won't Lose Benefits
Disabled Americans will be able to look for jobs without losing their government-funded health coverage, under a new bill being considered by Congress. The bill that would allow disabled workers to keep their Medicare coverage for up to 10 years after getting a job. Voicing his support of the measure, President Clinton also announced plans to increase recruitment of disabled workers for federal jobs.

Workplace Drug Use Down
A new study has found that drug use in the workplace decreased in the first six months of 1999, extending a dip of 65% over the past decade. Of 2.8 million workplace drug tests, 4.7% were positive, down from 4.8% for all of 1998. Ten years ago, 13.6% of all employee drug tests were reported as positive.

Job Hunters Come Out at Work
A new survey has found that job seekers are comfortable advertising their skills on the Web. Nearly 80% of online job seekers had no problems with posting their resume for anyone to see -- even their current bosses. Half of the respondents said they access the Web, including career-oriented sites, while at work.

More Benefits for Part-Timers
Part-time employees are more likely to be given company benefits than ever before, according to a survey by Hewitt Associates. Nearly 350 large companies were polled, with 78% offering part-time workers health and dental coverage. Ninety-one percent offer part-time workers paid vacation days and 77% give part-timers paid sick days.