California Updates Employee Leave Law Poster – The California Civil Rights Department has updated the workplace poster for family and medical leave and pregnancy disability leave.
Read more: California Legal Update
Illinois Eliminates Subminimum Wages for Disabled Employees – On Jan. 21, 2025, Illinois enacted the Dignity in Pay Act (the Act), which phases out subminimum wage authorizations permitted under Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) until they are completely eliminated in the state by Dec. 31, 2029. The Act took effect on Jan. 21, 2025.
Read more: Illinois Legal Update
Massachusetts Issues FAQs for Upcoming Pay Transparency Law – The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (LWD) recently published frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding the state’s pay transparency law. The FAQs clarify certain pay data reporting requirements that take effect Feb. 1, 2025, but do not impose additional requirements.
Read more: Massachusetts Legal Update
Minnesota Publishes Guidance for Equivalent Private PFML Plans – The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) has issued guidance for employers on the use of equivalent plans for the state paid family and medical leave (PFML) program that begins Jan. 1, 2026.
Read more: Minnesota Legal Update
Ohio Enacts Wage Statement Law – On Jan. 8, 2025, Ohio enacted the Pay Stub Protection Act (the Act) requiring employers to provide earning and deduction statements to each employee. The Act becomes effective on April 9, 2025.
Read more: Ohio Legal Update
