Virginia has enacted legislation, House Bill 1895, which prohibits employers from requiring an employee or prospective employee from executing or renewing a “nondisclosure or confidentiality agreement, including any provision relating to non-disparagement, that has the purpose or effect of concealing the details relating to a claim of sexual harassment … as a condition of employment.” House Bill 1895 takes effect on July 1, 2023.
New York has released an updated model policy and training materials that address sexual harassment and discrimination prevention.
New York has enacted legislation (Senate Bill S4844B), which expands protections under the Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act. Senate Bill S4844B takes effect on June 7, 2023.
Idaho recently enacted legislation (Senate Bill 1130) that, with limited exceptions, prohibits employers from requiring employees to obtain a coronavirus vaccination. Senate Bill 1130 became effective immediately on April 6, 2023.
The Denver Auditor's Office has issued civil wage theft rules in response to recently passed Ordinance 22-1614. The Ordinance, among other things, increased the civil penalties for wage theft violations in the City.
Colorado has enacted legislation (House Bill 23-1006) that requires employers to provide an annual notice to employees about certain tax credits that may be available to them.
New York City (N.Y.C) has issued a Final Rule on Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDTs). The date of enforcement is now July 5, 2023.
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West Virginia has issued a final rule that amends child labor regulations. The final rule is effective immediately and set to expire on Aug. 1, 2027.
The Vermont Department of Taxes has provided withholding tax guidance for relocated and remote workers.
Tennessee has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 958) that allows employers to create a voluntary shared work program. Senate Bill 958 took effect on May 27, 2022.
Illinois has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 3120) expanding the requirement that employers with 50 or more employees provide bereavement leave. Senate Bill 3120 takes effect January 1, 2023.
Chicago has established an ordinance that will require employers to have a written policy on sexual harassment, provide harassment training annually, and display a poster in the workplace beginning July 1, 2022.