Compliance Corner

On July 19, 2021, Duluth Mayor Emily Larson signed File No. 21-23-0, which expands the reasons that leave may be used under Duluth’s Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) ordinance and expands on the notice requirement. The amendment to the ESST are effective Aug. 19, 2021.

Illinois has enacted legislation (House Bill 121) that expressly prohibits employers from discriminating against individuals based on their work-authorization status. House Bill 121 is effective immediately.

Illinois has enacted legislation (House Bill 117) that expands requirements related to the Illinois Secure Choice program to smaller employers. The changes take effect January 1, 2022.

Illinois has enacted legislation (House Bill 53) that requires employers to collect and report certain demographic data to the state if the rely solely upon an artificial intelligence analysis of a video interview to determine whether an applicant will be selected for an in-person interview. House Bill 53 takes effect January 1, 2022.

The state of Washington has enacted legislation (House Bill 1097) that amends existing health and safety law. House Bill 1097 takes effect on July 25, 2021.

The Chicago City Council has approved an ordinance (Ordinance No. O2021-2182) that will amend and expand the city’s paid sick leave law. The changes take effect August 1, 2021.

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.