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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. 

Maine to Require Pay Disclosure in Job Postings

Monday, June 1, 2026
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Maine
Maine has enacted legislation that generally requires employers with 10 or more employees to ensure that job postings include a statement listing the prospective pay range the employer will offer a successful applicant. Covered employers must also provide an employee’s pay range upon request.

Chicago Amends Rules for ‘Fair Workweek Ordinance’

Monday, June 1, 2026
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Illinois
The City of Chicago has updated the rules for its Fair Workweek Ordinance. The rules take effect June 1, 2026. The rules clarify and define various aspects of the ordinance, including scheduling requirements, predictability pay, advance notice, offering extra hours, and more.

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