50-State Charts

At-a-glance coverage of legal requirements across all 50 states and select municipalities.

This tool helps you:

  • Review key facts, rates and legal requirements quickly and easily.
  • Compare minimum wage rates and paid sick leave variations across multiple locations.
  • Keep up to date with new developments and trending issues.
  • Export charts into easily customizable Excel spreadsheets.

Access a sample 50-State Chart now on Leave Laws by State.

All Items: Recruiting and Hiring

  • Blacklisting and Job References by State

    Updated to reflect repeal of requirements related to service letters in Nebraska, effective July 24, 2020.

  • Credit Check Limitations by State and Municipality

    The Fair Credit Reporting Act does not prevent an employer from conducting third-party credit checks so long as the employer obtains the applicant's written consent and complies with the FCRA's notice requirements. However, some states have gone beyond federal law and placed restrictions on when employers can conduct credit checks of job applicants or employees for screening purposes to certain types of positions.

About This Category

State-by-state charts covering key employment law requirements by topic, including select municipal law requirements, with links to in-depth resources and “export-to-Excel” option.