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The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) launched the Employer Response Portal, where employers must submit separation information under New Jersey’s Unemployment Compensation Law.
The portal requires employers to proactively report layoffs, discharges, resignations, and…
Inclusion & Culture
The city just expanded its Fair Chance Ordinance. Under the new amendment, employers are now prohibited from considering out-of-state criminal convictions or arrests tied to conduct that’s lawful in California, including abortion-related healthcare, gender-affirming care, drag performances, and miscarriage-related care.
Employee Benefits
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) launched the Employer Response Portal, where employers must submit separation information under New Jersey’s Unemployment Compensation Law.
The portal requires employers to proactively report layoffs, discharges, resignations, and retirements within…
Hours & Pay Practices
On July 31 Governor Newsom announced that California’s statewide minimum wage will increase to $17.40 per hour, effective January 1, 2027.
This will impact both exempt and non-exempt employees in California, as the minimum salary threshold for exempt employees is…
Technology
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has pushed back final action on its proposed overhaul of the HIPAA Security Rule from May 2026 to July 2027, giving covered entities and business associates additional time to prepare for what…