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Labor Day holiday - Banks and ADP closed

ADP TotalSource® would like to remind you that the Federal Reserve and ADP® offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day.

New final regulations expand use of HRAs

On June 13, the U.S. Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services issued final regulations regarding the permitted use of an HRA to reimburse premiums for individual medical insurance purchased by employees (provided certain conditions are met). The regulations also defined an employer’s ability to offer “excepted benefit” HRAs. Model attestations, notices and Frequently Asked Questions were included with the guidance.

Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) coverage renewal and Legal Defense Benefit (LDB) reminder

All organizations, no matter how well managed, are vulnerable to claims of wrongful employment practices arising from terminations, discipline or employee complaints. The jury awards that result from these claims can run into six figures or more! On top of these challenges, you’re dealing with a complex regulatory environment where accidental noncompliance is common.

Remember: we’re here to help. As a client of ADP TotalSource®, you have access to a team of specialists in all facets of Human Resources management. We understand the administrative challenges you face and can provide legal advice and guidance to help you make the best decisions for your business.

Mid-Year Compliance Checkpoint: Harassment prevention, paid leave, and more

States and local jurisdictions are rapidly enacting laws that impact you and your business. In January, we identified several employment trends to watch in 2019, and we’ve already seen a lot of legislative activity this year. Now is the perfect time to reflect on these trends and discuss how they will impact your business. Read on for recent developments in sexual harassment prevention, overtime, paid leave and marijuana laws.

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Oregon has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 726) that will require employers to adopt a written policy for reducing and preventing discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual assault. The law takes effect October 1, 2020.

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The state of New York has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 6549) that will prohibit employers from asking about applicants’ pay history. Senate Bill 6549 takes effect January 6, 2020.

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The State of New York has enacted legislation (Assembly Bill 8093) that will expand the state’s equal pay requirements. Assembly Bill 8093 takes effect October 8, 2019.

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The state of New York has enacted legislation (Assembly Bill 7797) that will expressly prohibit employers from discriminating against applicants and employees because of hair texture and hairstyles that are historically associated with race. Assembly Bill 7797 takes effect immediately.

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New Jersey has enacted legislation (Assembly Bill 20) that provides employment protections for individuals who use medical marijuana. Assembly Bill 20 is effective immediately.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Nevada-

Nevada has enacted legislation (Assembly Bill 456) that will increase the state's minimum wage in several phases beginning July 1, 2020.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Massachusetts

Massachusetts has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 2255) that will delay the implementation of contributions to the state’s paid family leave program and make other changes.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Maine-

Maine has enacted legislation (Legislative Document 1654) that will require employers to allow veterans to take time away from work to attend a scheduled appointment at a medical facility operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Legislative Document 1654 takes effect September ...

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Maine has enacted legislation (Legislative Document 666) that will require employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with pregnancy-related conditions, unless it would impose an undue hardship on the business. Legislative Document 666 takes effect September 19, 2019.

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Maine has enacted two bills (Legislative Document 1319 and Legislative Document 886) that will expand requirements for providing time off to emergency responders. These laws take effect September 19, 2019.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Texas-

The cities of Dallas and San Antonio, Texas have enacted ordinances that will require employers to provide paid sick leave to covered employees.

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Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Connecticut-

Connecticut has enacted legislation (House Bill 5004) that will increase the state’s minimum wage in several phases.

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Connecticut has enacted legislation (Substitute Senate Bill 3) that will, among other things, expand sexual harassment training requirements.

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Connecticut has enacted legislation (Substitute Senate Bill 1) that will expand the state’s family and medical leave law to cover all private sector employers. The bill also creates a paid family leave program that will provide wage-replacement benefits to employees who take leave for ...

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