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Archives for May 18, 2025
Cal/OSHA Announces Discussion Drafts for Revised Wildfire Smoke Protection and Heat Illness Prevention Standards
On Friday, May 9, 2025, the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) announced discussion drafts for the wildfire smoke regulation, as well as the indoor heat and outdoor heat regulations. The drafts were posted online and provide for substantial changes to both regulations. Future advisory committees will be
Rising Temperatures Bring New Obligations for Maryland Employers
Maryland employers are facing the first summer under a heat-related illness prevention standard issued by Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH). MOSH joins several other Democratic-led Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) state-plan states, such as California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington, that have promulgated similar standards in recent years.
Washington Governor Signs State’s ‘Mini-WARN Act’: Notice Required for Site Closings and Mass Reductions in Force
On May 13, 2025, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed a bill into law that will require employers with fifty or more full-time employees to notify the state, any union, and affected employers of a business site closing or mass reduction in force (RIF).
Federal Court Nullifies EEOC Guidance on LGBTQ+ Protections
On May 15, 2025, a federal court vacated portions of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) workplace harassment guidance, specifically, guidance on harassment based on sexual orientation and gender identity. The court vacated portions of the EEOC’s enforcement guidance because the EEOC allegedly “exceeded its statutory authority by issuing”
Regulators Pause Mental Health Parity Rules Enforcement
Federal regulators recently indicated they will not enforce parts of the final regulations issued in September 2024 under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) and may soon propose new rules altogether.
Beltway Buzz, May 16, 2025
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.
Policy Week in Review – May 16, 2025
Policy Week in Review – May 16, 2025
House Workforce Protections Subcommittee Holds Hearing on “Reclaiming OSHA’s Mission”
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UPDATE – Departments issue nonenforcement policy statement!
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A Bit of Mental Health Parity Relief for Employers Sponsoring Group Health Plans Departments’ Nonenforcement Policy
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On May 15, 2025, the Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services issued their anticipated nonenforcement policy regarding the 2024 Mental Health Parity regulations. As expected, nonenforcement
Missouri Legislature Passes Bill to Repeal Earned Paid Sick Time Law
On May 14, 2025, the Missouri General Assembly passed House Bill (HB) 567, which would repeal the Missouri paid sick time statute and eliminate Missouri employers’ obligation to provide earned paid sick time to all Missouri employees.
Goldberg Segalla Welcomes Russell S. Massey
Goldberg Segalla added Russell S. Massey to the firm’s Retail & Hospitality and Employment & Labor practice groups in Philadelphia.
Minneapolis, Minnesota Amends its Anti-discrimination Ordinance
Minneapolis, Minnesota Amends its Anti-discrimination Ordinance
On May 12, 2025, the city of Minneapolis enacted extensive amendments to its existing antidiscrimination ordinance, including expanding definitions relating to protected characteristics and accommodations. The ordinance applies to employers of all sizes within Minneapolis, any employer that hires an employee whose services will