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Arizona Reduces Amount of Earnings Subject to Garnishment - Corrected

This past November, Arizona voters approved a ballot question (Proposition 209) which decreases the portion of a debtor’s disposable earnings that are subject to debt collection except for child support payments.

Arizona updates individual income tax withholding form

We want to let you know that Arizona Form A-4 has been modified because the previous Form A-4 is no longer representative of new lower income tax rates.

Arizona - Flagstaff to increase minimum wage on January 1, 2023

Flagstaff, Arizona has announced that its minimum wage will increase. Workers who work or are expected to work 25 hours or more in any given calendar year within the city limits are subject to the minimum wage ordinance.

Arizona announces minimum wage

The Industrial Commission of Arizona has announced that the state’s minimum wage rate will increase.

Arizona – City of Tucson voters approve new minimum wage

Tucson, Arizona voters have approved a ballot measure (Proposition 206) that will increase the city’s minimum wage. Employers must pay employees at least the city's minimum wage rate for work done within Tucson.

Arizona's minimum wage to increase for 2022

Arizona's minimum wage will increase to $12.80 per hour on January 1, 2022. The change is a result of an adjustment for inflation.

Arizona makes clear that pregnancy discrimination is prohibited

Arizona has enacted legislation (House Bill 2045) that makes clear that discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions is prohibited by state law.

Arizona's minimum wage to increase for 2021

Arizona's minimum wage will increase to $12.15 per hour on January 1, 2021. The change is a result of an adjustment for inflation.

Arizona Court Holds Firing Medical Marijuana User

A District Judge in the District of Arizona held that Walmart Inc. violated the non-discrimination provisions of the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act (“AMMA”) when it fired a medical marijuana cardholder for testing positive on a routine post-accident drug test. Whitmire v. Walmart Stores, Inc., No. 17-cv-08108 (D. Ariz. Feb. 7, 2019).

Minimum Wage Update for Various Jurisdictions

Various jurisdictions have increased their minimum wage rates. If applicable, you must increase the pay rate for exempt and/or non-exempt employees to meet the new minimum wage. For New York, the pay rate increase is effective on or before December 31, 2018. For all other jurisdictions and federal contractors, the increase is effective on or before January 1, 2019. An updated poster is not required provided that the employer has the most recent poster already on display. If needed, employers should order a new minimum wage poster. The minimum wage rate is based on the employee’s work location.

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Regional Alerts

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, West-Virginia

West Virginia has enacted Senate Bill 272, also known as the West Virginia Employment Law Workers Classification Act (the Act). The Act takes effect on June 9, 2021.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Texas-

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in Texas has ruled that employers are prohibited from discriminating against LGBTQ workers under the Texas Commission on Human Rights Act (TCHRA).

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Oregon-

The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) has recently released guidance on the Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA) in the form of frequently asked questions.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, New-York-

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed Senate Bill S854A also known as the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (the Act) into law. The Act, which is effective immediately, legalizes recreational marijuana use and establishes employment protections for recreational marijuana users.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, New-Mexico-

New Mexico has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 35) that will require employers to pay high school workers at least the minimum wage per hour.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, New-Jersey-

The New Jersey Supreme Court has clarified the scope of the state's Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, New-Jersey-

The New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) has released guidance clarifying the circumstances in which employers may require their employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination prior to returning to work.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Michigan-

Michigan has enacted legislation (House Bill 4047) that will provide funding to continue and expand hazard pay for direct care workers.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Kentucky-

Kentucky has enacted legislation (House Bill 210) that amends and expands a state law that requires employers to provide leave to employees who adopt a child.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Illinois-

Illinois has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 1480) that restricts the use of conviction records for employment purposes. Senate Bill 1480 took effect immediately.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Illinois-

The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has provided guidance on providing employees pay, leave, and flexibility so they can get the COVID-19 vaccination.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Delaware-

Delaware has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 32) that expressly prohibits employers from discriminating against individuals based on hair texture and protective hairstyles. Senate Bill 32 takes effect immediately.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Texas-

The cities of Dallas and San Antonio, Texas enacted ordinances that would require employers to provide paid sick leave to covered employees.

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