Compliance Corner

Maryland Bars Mandatory Employer Meetings on Political or Religious Matters

Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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Maryland
Maryland has enacted legislation that will prohibit employers from taking adverse action against an individual because they refuse to attend an employer-sponsored meeting regarding the employer’s opinion on religious or political matters. The law also requires employers to display a poster in the workplace and provide a notice to new hires.

Virginia Expands Its Human Rights Act

Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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Virginia
Virginia has enacted legislation that increases the number of employers covered under the Virginia Human Rights Act (VHRA) and expands worker nondiscrimination protections.

Nebraska Enacts State WARN Act

Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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Nebraska
Nebraska has enacted legislation that requires an employer to provide notice for certain business closings and mass layoffs. 
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