State Alerts

New York City Increases Employee Earned Safe and Sick Time Protections

Friday, March 1, 2024

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New York

New York City has enacted a law (Int. 0563-2022) that eases the process for an employee to file an Earned Safe and Sick Time Act lawsuit. Int. 0563-2022 takes effect on March 20, 2024.

Minnesota Offers Updated Guidance on New Paid Sick Leave Law

Friday, March 1, 2024

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Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry has updated answers to frequently asked questions about a paid sick leave requirement that went into effect January 1, 2024. All employees who work at least 80 hours in a year for an employer in Minnesota are covered by the paid sick leave law.

California Updates Guidance & Resources for Pay Data Reporting, Opens Portal

Friday, March 1, 2024

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California

California’s Civil Rights Division (CRD) has released updated frequently asked questions, templates, and a user guide for the 2023 pay data reporting period for employers with 100 or more employees. Employers must use the CRD’s online pay data reporting portal to submit their annual reports. The portal is open. The reporting deadline for 2023 is May 8, 2024.

Philadelphia Updates Employer Background Screening Requirements

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

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Pennsylvania

The City of Philadelphia has amended an ordinance to add provisions regarding convictions that result in exoneration. The amendment took effect on Jan. 19, 2024.

Pennsylvania Adds Employer Background Screening and Hiring Protections

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

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Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has enacted legislation (House Bill 689) that clarifies employer background screening and hiring responsibilities. House Bill 689 takes effect on Feb. 12, 2024.

Washington, D.C. to Require Job Listings That Disclose Pay Information

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

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Washington, D.C.

The District of Columbia has enacted an ordinance that will require employers to disclose in job listings the projected minimum and maximum hourly rate or salary for the position. The ordinance takes effect June 30, 2024.