Compliance Corner

On May 10, 2021, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) via Revenue Procedure 2021-25, released inflation-adjusted contribution limitations for calendar year 2022, regarding health savings accounts (HSAs) and high-deductible health plans (HDHPs).  

The Nevada Office of the Commissioner of Labor issued guidance on whether employees should receive pay for the time they spend receiving COVID-19 vaccinations.

The State of Washington has enacted legislation (House Bill 1073) that expands employee eligibility for the state's paid family and medical leave program. House Bill 1073 is effective immediately.

The state of Washington has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 5254) that requires certain employers to accommodate an employee's voluntary usage of personal protective equipment (PPE) during a public health emergency. Senate Bill 5254 is effective immediately.

The State of Washington has enacted legislation (House Bill 1206) that requires staffing agencies and employers to follow certain communication and safety protocols for temporary workers. House Bill 1206 takes effect on July 25, 2021.

Washington State has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 5284), which will eliminate subminimum wage certificates for individuals with disabilities. Senate Bill 5284 takes effect on July 25, 2021.

The minimum wage in the District of Columbia will increase to $15.20 per hour on July 1, 2021 for all workers, regardless of the size of the employer.

Virginia has enacted legislation (House Bill 2137) that requires employers to provide paid sick leave to certain home health workers. House Bill 2137 is effective July 1, 2021.

Virginia has enacted three pieces of legislation that expand and amend the Virginia Human Rights Act (VHRA). These laws take effect on July 1, 2021.

Virginia has enacted legislation (House Bill 2063 also known as the Overtime Wage Act) that expands overtime protections. House Bill 2063 is effective July 1, 2021.