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Minimum Wage Changes Effective July 1, 2026

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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HR Tips
Alaska, Oregon, the District of Columbia, and more than 20 local jurisdictions will increase their minimum wage rates on July 1, 2026. California has an industry-specific minimum wage that will increase on that date. Many non-exempt employees will be entitled to a higher pay rate as a result of these changes.

New Jersey Releases Guidance on ABC Test

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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Comprehensive Service
New Jersey has released guidance on the ABC test, which is used to help determine a worker’s classification as an employee or independent contractor.

Hawaii Expands Family Leave Law

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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Comprehensive Service
Hawaii has enacted legislation amending the Hawaii Family Leave Law (HFLL) to allow leave for a “qualifying military exigency.”

Connecticut Expands Notice Requirements for Electronic Monitoring

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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Comprehensive Service
Connecticut has enacted legislation expanding employer notice requirements for electronic monitoring of employees. Beginning October 1, 2026, covered employers must disclose not only the types of electronic monitoring that may occur, but also the specific locations on the employer’s premises where monitoring may occur. 

Connecticut Amends Rules for Pay Codes

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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Comprehensive Service
Connecticut has enacted legislation that will require employers with 100 or more employees to create a guide to pay codes.

Supreme Court Allows DHS to Proceed with TPS Terminations for Haiti and Syria

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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Comprehensive Service

On June 26, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court lifted an injunction from a lower court that prevented the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from terminating TPS for Haiti and Syria.   The decision does not immediately terminate TPS-based employment authorization, invalidate existing employment authorization documents or create new Form I-9 reverification deadlines. Employers should await further government guidance before taking any employment-related action. 

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