The State of Washington has enacted legislation (House Bill 5097) that expands eligibility for the state's paid family and medical leave program. House Bill 5097 takes effect on July 25, 2021.

Virginia has enacted legislation to create a state-administered individual retirement account (IRA) program. Enrollment for the program will begin on or about July 1, 2023.

South Carolina has enacted legislation (House Bill 3094) that amends its concealed weapons law. House Bill 3094 takes effect on August 15, 2021.

Oregon's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published a final rule that requires employers to follow certain safety protocols to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Oregon has enacted legislation (House Bill 2474) that permanently amends the Oregon Family Leave Act to allow covered employees to take childcare leave during a public emergency. House Bill 2474 takes effect on January 1, 2022.

New Mexico has enacted legislation (House Bill 29) that amends the state's Human Rights Act to prohibit hairstyle discrimination in the workplace. House Bill 29 is effective immediately.

Nevada has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 209) that amends its paid leave law to require paid leave for COVID-19 vaccination. Senate Bill 209 is effective immediately and is set to expire on December 31, 2023.

Connecticut has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 1201) that will allow adults to use recreational marijuana in the state beginning July 1, 2021. Senate Bill 1201 also includes certain employment protections for recreational marijuana use outside of work. The employment-related provisions generally take effect July 1, 2022. The following is a summary of these provisions.

The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled that state law requires that all earned vacation pay must be paid at the end of the employment relationship.

Texas has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 45) that prohibits sexual harassment in the workplace. Senate Bill 45 takes effect on September 1, 2021.