The District of Columbia has enacted emergency legislation (B23-980) that requires employers to adopt certain worker protection policies and prohibits employers from retaliating against employees for certain COVID-19 related reasons. Social Distancing Policies: Beginning November 23, 2020 and ...

Many employees are working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic and government orders restricting travel and normal workplace operations. Because remote employees aren't clocking in and out at the employer's physical premises, it's increasingly important for employers to ensure that their ...

The Virginia General Assembly has delayed a scheduled increase to the minimum wage. Background: Assembly Bill 395 increases Virginia's minimum wage in phases. The first scheduled increase was set to take place on January 1, 2021. However, the General Assembly has announced ...

The minimum wage in the city of San Jose, California will increase to $15.45 per hour on January 1, 2021. Coverage: The city's minimum wage ordinance applies to any employer that maintains a facility in the city of San Jose or is subject to the city's Business License Tax. A non-exempt ...

Oregon's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has enacted a temporary rule to help control the spread of COVID-19. The temporary rule is in effect from November 16, 2020 until May 4, 2021, unless extended. Below is an overview of the requirements. ...

New York has enacted legislation (SB 7506B) that will require all employers in the state to provide employees with sick leave. The law takes effect on January 1, 2021; however, employees begin accruing sick time on September 30, 2020. Updated October 2020: The state has recently ...

New Jersey has enacted Executive Order 192, which establishes specific health and safety measures for employers during COVID-19. Executive Order 192 takes effect November 5, 2020. Health & Safety Requirements: Under the Order, employers must adhere to the following health and ...

Michigan has enacted legislation (House Bill 6032) that establishes certain requirements and protections related to COVID-19 for employees. House Bill 6032 is effective retroactive to March 1, 2020. Requirements for Employees: Employees Who Test Positive or Have COVID-19 Symptoms: Under ...

The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) has adopted an emergency rule requiring employers to take certain steps related to COVID-19. The emergency rule is effective immediately. Exposure Determination: Employers must evaluate routine and reasonably anticipated tasks ...

The Maryland Department of Labor (MDOL) has provided guidance on a new requirement for restaurant employers to provide a tip credit wage statement to tipped employees. Background: In 2019, Maryland enacted legislation (Senate Bill 280) to, among other things, direct the MDOL to adopt ...