New York has amended its Labor Relations Act to authorize the Public Employee Relations Board to assert jurisdiction over private-sector union elections and unfair labor practices charges.
The Washington Supreme Court has ruled that any job applicant may bring a lawsuit against an employer that violates the state's pay transparency law, potentially opening employers up to an increase in lawsuits and damages.
Overturning a federal district court, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has held that the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) was constitutionally enacted and may be enforced against the state of Texas.
Delaware may soon join the group of states that require employers to include pay information in job postings. A pay transparency bill has passed the legislature and awaits signature by Gov. Matt Meyer.
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