On September 28, 2022, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that certain Permanent Resident Cards (also known as green cards) would automatically be valid for twenty-four months from the expiration date of the green card based on a properly filed application to renew an expiring or expired green card.
Archives for September 2022
California Revises Formula for Paid Family Leave and State Disability Insurance Benefits to Assist Lower Wage Earners
After vetoing a similar bill last year, on September 30, 2022, California Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 951, which increases wage replacement rates for lower wage earners under the state Paid Family Leave program (PFL) and State Disability Insurance (SDI) programs.
Starting in 2025, workers who earn 70 percent
NLRB Proposes New Rule Expanding Scope of Joint-Employer Standard: What Might This Mean for You?
On September 6, the National Labor Relations Board (the Board) issued a proposed rule to revise the current standard to determine whether employers are “joint employers” under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). The proposed rule would rescind the Trump-era […]
Do employers have obligations under OSHA with respect to COVID-19 safety?
What You Need to Know About Reporting and Training Requirements in the DC Tipped Wage Worker Fairness Amendment Act
In 2018, the District of Columbia enacted the Tipped Wage Workers Fairness Amendment Act (“the Act”). Among other things, the Act imposes obligations on employers that employ tipped employees, including significant training and reporting requirements.
Beltway Buzz, September 30, 2022
The Beltway Buzz is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway and clarifying how what’s happening in Washington, D.C. could impact your business.
Bill Protecting Pregnancy Accommodations Nationwide Awaits Vote in U.S. Senate
In May 2021, the House passed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, a piece of legislation that aims to guarantee standardized workplace protections for pregnant workers. Currently, the bill has yet to pass the Senate, prompting calls from civil rights groups, such as the ACLU, to demand action from Congress. Given
Massachusetts Updates Paid Family and Medical Leave Contribution Rates for 2023
The Massachusetts Department of Family and Medical Leave has announced changes to the employer contribution rates under the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA) effective January 1, 2023.
Read more here.
California’s Governor Signs Several New Employment Bills on September 29th
Read more about the new laws affecting employers in California.
California Expands Who an Employee Can Care for Under the CFRA and California Paid Sick Leave Law
California Expands Who an Employee Can Care for Under the CFRA and California Paid Sick Leave Law
Beginning January 1, 2023, employees throughout California will be able to use sick leave or take leave under the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) to care for a “designated person.” Under Assembly Bill (AB) 1041, a designated person is defined as any individual related by blood or whose association with
California Prohibits Retaliation Against Employees for Refusal to Report to Work During Emergency Conditions
On September 29,2022, California’s Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 1044, which prohibits an employer in the event of an emergency condition from taking or threatening adverse action against any employee for refusing to report to, or leave a workplace or worksite within the affected areas because the employee
What Manufacturing and Other Employers Can Expect From Biden National Labor Relations Board
Through its decisions, the five-member National Labor Relations Board interprets the National Labor Relations Act. These decisions set rules that regulate unionized and non-unionized workplaces, including the relationship between employers and organized labor and the rights of employees to engage in concerted activities. With President Joe Biden’s appointees taking their
Governor Newsom Signs Law Expanding Employer Pay Transparency and Pay Data Reporting Requirements
By: Governor Newsom Signs Law Expanding Employer Pay Transparency and Pay Data Reporting Requirements
On February 17, 2022, the California legislature introduced Senate Bill (“SB”) 1162 to expand employer requirements regarding pay transparency and pay data reporting. CDF’s previous blog post analyzing the proposed bill is here. On September 27, 2022,
Bereavement Leave Now Protected in California
On September 29, 2022, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 1949, which amends the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) to require covered employers to provide eligible employees with 5 days of bereavement leave.
AB 1949 applies to employers with 5 or more employees nationwide. Under the bill, employees
California Passes New Requirements for Call Center Employers
On September 29, 2022, California passed Assembly Bill (AB) 1601, which requires an employer of customer service employees in a call center to comply with the California Worker Adjustment and Retraining Act (Cal/WARN) requirements prior to a mass layoff, relocation, or termination of employees. Under this bill, a call center