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Updated to reflect amendments expanding military leave and discrimination protections; and amendments regarding the defrauding of a drug or alcohol test, both effective July 1, 2021.
Updated to reflect law relating to substance abuse programs, effective July 15, 2020.
Updated to reflect retaliation protections in the reinstated Earned Sick Time Act, effective February 21, 2025.
Updated to reflect the paid sick leave law, effective July 1, 2025.
This guide provides an overview of laws relevant to employee discipline in Vermont, including discrimination and retaliation protections, restrictions on polygraph and drug tests, and discipline related to breaches of loyalty or confidentiality.
HR guidance on managing employee absenteeism.