Pennsylvania has enacted legislation that expands the definition of race to include traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, protective hairstyles, and religious creed.
The City of Philadelphia has passed Ordinance 250373-A (“the Ordinance”) that clarifies and amends provisions under the Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance. The Ordinance is effective Jan. 6, 2026.
The city of Pittsburgh has enacted legislation (Ordinance 11), which expands its paid sick leave law requirements. The Ordinance is effective Jan. 1, 2026.
The City of Philadelphia has enacted legislation (Bill Number 250065), which clarifies how to calculate the paid sick leave rate of pay for tipped employees.
Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, has enacted the Human Relations Ordinance (the Ordinance), which adds nondiscrimination, and salary and criminal history protections. The Ordinance takes effect on June 1, 2024.
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Governor Kathy Hochul signed (Senate Bill S6085), which amends Section 201 of the New York Labor Law, adding new employer electronic posting requirements. Senate Bill S6085 is effective immediately.
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed into law several bills to help prevent human trafficking in the hospitality and transportation industries.
This notice is to inform you that St. Paul, Minnesota has amended an ordinance that requires employers to provide paid sick leave to employees. The changes will take effect Feb. 18, 2023.
Bloomington, Minnesota has amended an ordinance that will require employers in the city to provide sick leave to employees. The ordinance will still take effect July 1, 2023.
We want to let you know about how San Francisco has enacted an ordinance that will require employers with 100 or more employees to provide supplemental pay for military leave.