Some states regulate the collection, use and disclosure of biometric data, which may include the data collected by finger- or hand-scanning time clocks.  The following is a brief description of some of these state laws. Please read on to ensure that your company is staying compliant.

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.

Chicago has published rules and enacted two ordinances that will expand coverage under the city's paid sick leave law, create new notice and recordkeeping requirements, and prohibit adverse action against employees because of COVID-19. The changes take effect on July 1, 2020.

The Illinois Department of Human Rights has released new guidance on anti-sexual harassment training requirements that went into effect Jan. 1, 2020.

Illinois has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 1557) that amends the state's recreational marijuana law. Senate Bill 1557 is effective immediately.

Illinois has enacted legislation (House Bill 252) that will amend the Illinois Human Rights Act to cover all employers. House Bill 252 takes effect July 1, 2020.

Illinois has enacted legislation (House Bill 2557) that establishes new rules for video interviews. House Bill 2557 takes effect Jan. 1, 2020.

Illinois has enacted legislation (House Bill 3405) that clarifies the state's rules on tips received by employees. House Bill 3405 takes effect Jan. 1, 2020.

Illinois has enacted legislation (House Bill 2830) that amends the state's law on school activities leave. House Bill 2830 takes effect Aug. 1, 2020.

Illinois has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 75) that clarifies anti-harassment protections and imposes new requirements for employers to provide sexual harassment training.