US Jurisdictions
As a result of a recently passed bill aimed at improving pay equity and wage transparency, large employers in New York City may soon be required to submit pay and demographic information to the city.
New requirements involving pay data reporting, pay transparency, workplace notices, paid family leave, civil penalties for wage theft and more are coming soon to California.
A new Gold Card program announced by President Trump will speed up the process of gaining an exceptional ability (EB-1A) and national interest (EB-2) visa for those who pay the hefty fee required.
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.
The implementation of a comprehensive Colorado law aimed at preventing algorithmic discrimination has been delayed nearly five months.
Illinois has enacted several laws that impact the employment landscape, the majority of which will take effect at the beginning of 2026.
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.
The Illinois legislature sent many employment-related bills to the governor for consideration; he is expected to sign most of them.
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