Washington D.C. to expand Paid Family Leave program Tuesday, April 5, 2022 | Washington, D.C. The District of Columbia’s chief financial officer has announced that there is already sufficient funding in a program offering paid family leave benefits to eligible employees to expand it and to reduce the employer contribution rate. As a result of the announcement, the changes will be implemented as soon as July 1, 2022.
Virginia replaces emergency temporary standard with new guidance Tuesday, April 5, 2022 | Virginia The Virginia Safety and Health Codes Board has repealed its Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) and provided new guidance on COVID-19 safety procedures. The Board repealed the ETS on March 23, 2022.
Philadelphia requires PHEL sick leave again Tuesday, April 5, 2022 | Pennsylvania The City of Philadelphia has enacted Bill 220051-A, which amends its Public Health Emergency law (PHEL). Bill 220051-A took effect on March 9, 2022, and is set to expire on December 31, 2023.
Nebraska requires exemptions from COVID-19 vaccine mandates Tuesday, April 5, 2022 | Nebraska Nebraska has enacted legislation (LB 906e) that requires employers to provide medical and religious exemptions if they mandate COVID-19 vaccinations. Legislative Bill 906e took effect on March 1, 2022.
Colorado implements new meal and break rules for agricultural workers Tuesday, April 5, 2022 | Colorado Colorado has implemented rules effective May 1, 2022 that require additional meal and rest breaks for agricultural workers when dangerous conditions exist.
California - Los Angeles County eases mask requirements Tuesday, April 5, 2022 | California The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH) has issued an order lifting indoor mask requirements in many places.
California - Emeryville minimum wage to increase Tuesday, April 5, 2022 | California The City of Emeryville, California has announced that the minimum wage for the city will increase.
California SB 1159 quarterly reminder: It's the law. What do you need to do? Tuesday, April 5, 2022 | California ADP® is committed to assist in keeping your company up-to-date and compliant. SB 1159 does not expire until Jan. 1, 2023. For more information on SB 1159, please review this Legal Alert.
Texas - Executive order signed raising minimum wage for Houston airport workers Tuesday, March 1, 2022 | Texas Houston, Texas Mayor Sylvester Turner announced in a press release that he signed an Executive Order that will raise the minimum wage for Houston airport workers to $15 per hour by 2023.
Oregon releases tax guidance for out-of-state employers Monday, February 28, 2022 | Oregon The Oregon Department of Revenue (DOR) has released guidance for out-of-state and nonresident employers.