Recent Developments Regarding Temporary Protected Status for Venezuela

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued a decision concerning Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela. The government is expected to appeal.

Ohio Requires Notice Before Certain Layoffs and Plant Closures

Ohio has enacted legislation (House Bill 96), which requires employers to provide notice of certain plant closings and mass layoffs. House Bill 96 takes effect Sept. 29, 2025.

New Hampshire Requires Childbirth-Related Leave

New Hampshire has enacted legislation (House Bill 2), which requires certain employers to provide unpaid leave for medical appointments related to childbirth or adoption. House Bill 2 takes effect on Jan. 1, 2026.

Montana Strengthens Protections for Employees in Public Office

Montana has enacted legislation (House Bill 667), which adds protections for employees in public office. House Bill 667 is retroactive to Jan, 1, 2025.

Ohio Allows Online Posting of Certain Labor Notices

The state of Ohio has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 33), which provides employers with the option to post certain state labor law notices online. Senate Bill 33 is effective immediately.

Delaware Expands Anti-Bias Law

Delaware has enacted legislation that prohibits employers from discriminating against individuals on the basis of their military status. The change is a result of the enactment of House Substitute 1 and took effect immediately on July 23, 2025.

H.R.1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act – Impacts to Employee Benefits

The city of Pittsburgh has enacted legislation (Ordinance 11), which expands its paid sick leave law requirements. The Ordinance is effective Jan. 1, 2026.

Pittsburgh Expands Paid Sick Leave Requirements

The city of Pittsburgh has enacted legislation (Ordinance 11), which expands its paid sick leave law requirements. The Ordinance is effective Jan. 1, 2026.

California - Los Angeles Hotel and Airport Worker Minimum Wage Put on Hold

The Los Angeles Office of the City Clerk announced that a referendum petition has been filed challenging Ordinance No. 188610 which raised the minimum wage for Los Angeles hotel and airport workers.

Washington Increases Safety Standards for Isolated Employees

The state of Washington has enacted legislation (House Bill 1524), which increases certain employer's workplace safety requirements for isolated employees. House Bill 1524 takes effect on Jan. 1, 2026.

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