Maryland has enacted legislation that will delay implementation of a program that will provide job protection and wage-replacement benefits to employees who need time off from work for certain family and medical reasons.
Maryland has enacted legislation that amends a law that requires employers to disclose wage-range information to applicants. The amended law takes effect Oct. 1, 2024.
Anne Arundel County, Maryland has enacted an ordinance that will expressly prohibit discrimination in employment. The ordinance takes effect June 8, 2024.
Maryland has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 828) that will delay implementation of a law that will provide job protection and wage-replacement benefits to employees who need time off from work for certain family and medical reasons.
Maryland has enacted Senate Bill 555/House Bill 549, which increases the minimum wage to $15.00 per hour effective January 1, 2024.
Howard County, MD has enacted an ordinance that establishes a minimum wage rate for work performed in the county. The county’s minimum wage depends on whether the employer is a government employer, large employer, small employer, or paying a tipped employee.
Maryland has enacted legislation (House Bill 581) requiring "essential employers" to take certain steps during a public health emergency, including providing paid leave to essential employees if public funding becomes available. House Bill 581 is effective immediately.
Maryland has enacted legislation (House Bill 56) that expands the state's Flexible Leave Act to also cover bereavement. House Bill 56 takes effect on October 1, 2021.
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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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).
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.
New Mexico has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 35) that will require employers to pay high school workers at least the minimum wage per hour.
The New Jersey Supreme Court has clarified the scope of the state's Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).
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.
Michigan has enacted legislation (House Bill 4047) that will provide funding to continue and expand hazard pay for direct care workers.
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.
Illinois has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 1480) that restricts the use of conviction records for employment purposes. Senate Bill 1480 took effect immediately.
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has provided guidance on providing employees pay, leave, and flexibility so they can get the COVID-19 vaccination.
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.
The cities of Dallas and San Antonio, Texas enacted ordinances that would require employers to provide paid sick leave to covered employees.