The city of Pittsburgh has enacted legislation (Ordinance 11), which expands its paid sick leave law requirements. The Ordinance is effective Jan. 1, 2026.
The state of Washington has enacted legislation (House Bill 1213), which expands protections under the Washington Paid Family Leave Act. House Bill 1213 takes effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
The State of Washington has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 5101), which requires an employer to provide safety accommodations and unpaid leave when an employee or their family member is a victim of a hate crime. Senate Bill 5101 takes effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
Texas has enacted legislation (House Bill 742), which requires first responders to receive human trafficking prevention training. Texas has also enacted legislation (House Bill 754), which adds the same training requirement for medical assistants. The bills take effect Sept. 1, 2025.
Texas has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 835), which prohibits nondisclosure and confidentiality provisions regarding sexual abuse. Senate Bill 835 is effective Sept. 1, 2025.
Texas has enacted legislation (House Bill 4215), which adds rules for Delivery Network Companies (DNCs). House Bill 4215 takes effect Sept. 1, 2025.
Texas has enacted legislation (House Bill 2187), which adds certain protections related to nurse staffing in hospitals. House Bill 2187 takes effect Sept. 1, 2025.
Rhode Island has enacted legislation (House Bill 5506 SUB A), which prohibits mandatory employer-sponsored meetings regarding religious and political matters. House Bill 5506 SUB A is effective immediately.
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Virginia has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 868) that expands nondiscrimination protections to cover sexual orientation and gender identity. Senate Bill 868 takes effect July 1, 2020.
The District of Columbia has enacted legislation (Act 23-301) that will require employers to provide paid voting leave.
The District of Columbia has enacted legislation (Act 23-305) that will require employers offering parking benefits to offer employees a transportation benefit, pay a fee, or implement a plan to reduce commuting to work by car.
Chicago has published final rules, frequently asked questions, and a notice for employers covered by the city's Fair Workweek Ordinance, which takes effect July 1, 2020.