Maryland Enacts the Disclosing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Act of 2018

07/01/18

On May 15, 2018, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan signed into law the Disclosing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Act of 2018 (the “Act”), which prohibits contractual waivers of sexual harassment claims and imposes significant reporting requirements for certain Maryland employers as well.

Monday, July 2, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (7616)/Comments (0)/

Categories: State Compliance Update Maryland

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Georgia Enacts Tough New Long-Term Care Background Check Law

07/01/18

A new Georgia law will require nursing home and other long-term care workers to submit to extensive background checks. Specifically, the new law will require care workers with “direct access” to seniors in long-term care facilities to pass a national background check. Georgia joins the majority of other states mandating enhanced satisfactory background checks for care workers.

Monday, July 2, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (7526)/Comments (0)/

Categories: State Compliance Update Georgia

Tags: 07/01/18

Georgia Bans Hand-Held Devices While Driving

07/01/18

Georgia has become one of 16 states in the country that bans the use of hand-held devices while driving. Governor Nathan Deal signed “Hands-Free Georgia Act” (House Bill 673) into law on May 2, 2018. The new law takes effect on July 1, 2018.

Friday, June 29, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (7805)/Comments (0)/

Categories: State Compliance Update Georgia

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Duluth, Minnesota Enacts Paid Sick Leave

07/01/18

On May 29, 2018, the Duluth City Council passed an Earned Sick and Safe Time ordinance (Ordinance No. 10571). This ordinance amended the Duluth City Code by adding a new Chapter 29E entitled Earned Sick and Safe Time. The ordinance will provide for paid Sick Leave and related leave beginning in the year 2020.

Friday, June 29, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (5926)/Comments (0)/

Categories: State Compliance Update Minnesota

Tags: 07/01/18

Connecticut Increases Minimum Wage for Workers Who Care for People with Disabilities

07/01/18

Under a measure signed May 9 by Gov. Daniel P. Malloy (D), workers who care for those with intellectual disabilities at group homes and day programs are to be paid an hourly minimum wage of at least $15.

Friday, June 29, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (5014)/Comments (0)/

Categories: State Compliance Update Connecticut

Tags: 07/01/18

South Carolina Enacts New Pregnancy Accommodation Requirements

07/01/18

The South Carolina Pregnancy Accommodations Act (the “Act”) amends the South Carolina Human Affairs Law to require employers with at least 15 employees to provide reasonable accommodations to employees for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions (including lactation), unless the employer can demonstrate the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the business.

Tuesday, June 19, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (7772)/Comments (0)/

Categories: South Carolina

Tags: 07/01/18

California Enacts New Protections Against National Origin Discrimination

07/01/18

California recently approved new amendments to the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (“FEHA”), strengthening the protections afforded to applicants and employees, including individuals who are undocumented, on the basis of their national origin.

Monday, June 18, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (4698)/Comments (0)/

Categories: State Compliance Update California

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Vermont Employers Should Prepare for New Laws Addressing Gender-Free Restrooms, Crime Victim Protections and Anti-Sexual Harassment Measures that go into effect on July 1, 2018

07/01/18

As the 2017-2018 legislative session came to a close, Vermont lawmakers enacted new laws that address gender-free restrooms, crime victim protections and anti-sexual harassment measures. All three laws go into effect on July 1, 2018.

Monday, June 18, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (6057)/Comments (0)/

Categories: Compliance Corner Vermont

Tags: 07/01/18

Vermont Bars Inquiries into Job Applicants’ Salary and Benefit History

06/06/18

Beginning July 1, 2018, employers in Vermont will be prohibited from requiring a prospective employee to disclose salary and benefit history under legislation (<u>H.B. 294</u>) signed by Governor Phil Scott on May 11, 2018. The new law also bars employers from seeking an applicant’s salary history without applicant authorization.

Wednesday, June 6, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (13422)/Comments (0)/

Categories: Compliance Corner State Compliance Update Vermont Federal Compliance Update

Tags: 06/06/18

Washington State Enacts New Laws Addressing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Wednesday, June 6, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (8245)/Comments (0)/

Categories: Compliance Corner State Compliance Update Washington Federal Compliance Update

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Iowa requires waivers from employer COVID-19 vaccine mandates

11/04/21

Author: ADP Admin/Wednesday, November 3, 2021/Categories: Compliance Corner , State Compliance Update, Iowa

Iowa has enacted legislation (House File 902) that requires employers to grant waivers to their COVID-19 vaccination requirements under certain circumstances. House File 902 is effective immediately.

Waivers from COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates:

House File 902 states that if employers require employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, they must waive the requirement if the employee submits either of the following:

A statement that receiving the vaccine would be injurious to the health and well-being of the employee or an individual residing with the employee.
A statement that receiving the vaccine would conflict with the tenets and practices of the employee’s religion.

Unemployment Benefits:

The law also establishes that an employee isn’t disqualified from receiving unemployment benefits if they are terminated for refusing COVID-19 vaccination.

Compliance Recommendations:

Iowa employers should consult legal counsel to discuss the impact of House File 902 on their vaccination policies and practices. Please contact your dedicated service professional with any questions.

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