Tag: legislation

New AI-Related Executive Order Aims to Promote Innovation and Security

By Federal Employment Law Insider Jul 8, 2026 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Jul 8, 2026

On June 2, 2026, President Trump signed Executive Order (EO) 14409, titled “Promoting Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security,” which established the administration’s latest policy related to artificial intelligence (AI). EO 14409 reiterates the administration’s stated commitment to fostering AI innovation and addresses both cyber- and national security concerns as AI capabilities become increasingly advanced.  […]

Nationwide Right to Unionize Act Reintroduced

By Kirk Turner, Attorney, McAfee & Taft Oct 20, 2022 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Oct 20, 2022

On September 8, 2022, federal Congressional legislators from Massachusetts and California reintroduced the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act, which takes aim at state “right to work” laws and attempts to increase employees’ right to unionize. Section 14(b) of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) prohibits compulsory union membership and payment of union dues and fees […]

Time Is on Her Side: Temporary Disabilities Under the ADA

By Maryam Maleki, Attorney, Duane Morris LLP Aug 23, 2022 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Aug 23, 2022

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) entitles employees to job protections when they suffer from disabilities. In 2008, Congress passed the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), which modified the ADA. The ADAAA and regulations adopted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) interpreting the law make clear the term “disability” should be interpreted broadly. Conditions that […]

Mississippi Pay Equity Law Takes Effect on July 1

By Martin J. Regimbal, Shareholder, The Kullman Firm Jun 16, 2022 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Jun 16, 2022

Currently, only one state does not have an equal pay law, and that state is Mississippi. On July 1, 2022, Mississippi will join all other states when its equal pay law goes into effect. Let’s take a closer look.

#MeToo Message Received: Congress Nixes Arbitration Clauses

By Michele L. Brott and Margaret A. Hanson, Attorneys, Dentons Davis Brown Feb 25, 2022 Diversity & Inclusion

Updated: Feb 25, 2022

Viewed as a risk mitigation tool, arbitration clauses are included in employment contracts and policies to route employer/employee disputes to a private forum and outside of the courthouse. Employers are attracted to such clauses because they are believed to be cost-effective and a confidential resolution of claims. As part of the #MeToo movement, however, such […]

It’s Time to Review Your Noncompete Agreements

By Calvin L. Keith, Perkins Coie LLP Oct 22, 2021 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Oct 22, 2021

The 2021 Oregon legislative session imposed further limitations on noncompetition agreements. Before the law becomes effective on January 1, 2022, you should review your agreements to ensure they provide the best possible protection. New Limits on Noncompetes Senate Bill (SB) 169, which passed during the 2021 Oregon legislative session, further limits employers’ ability to use […]

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What Is the FAMILY Act?

By Bridget Miller, Contributing Editor Apr 6, 2021 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Apr 6, 2021

The Family and Medical Insurance Leave (FAMILY) Act was reintroduced in Congress in 2021 and is known as S. 463 and H.R. 1185. The Act has been introduced repeatedly during legislative sessions for the past 7 years but has yet to progress.

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What Is the SECURE Act?

By Bridget Miller, Contributing Editor Sep 25, 2020 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Sep 25, 2020

If your organization offers any type of retirement benefit, perhaps you’re already familiar with the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act of 2019. The majority of this legislation went into effect at the beginning of 2020 and made some interesting changes to various retirement plan contribution and withdrawal rules.

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New Louisiana Law Grants Retroactive COVID-19 Liability Protection to Businesses

By Chris Mann, Jones Walker LLP Jul 3, 2020 Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Updated: Jul 3, 2020

As businesses attempt to navigate the post-COVID-19 landscape, one issue of concern is the possibility of claims for alleged exposure to the contagion being filed by both customers and employees. The concerns have been complicated by the often conflicting guidance or requirements placed on businesses by local, state, and federal governments or agencies.