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August 7, 2020

Puerto Rico Enacts Law on Workplace Harassment

On August 7, 2020, Puerto Rico enacted a law to prohibit and prevent abusive conduct against employees in the workplace that affects worker performance, alters workplace peace, and threatens the dignity of employees.

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August 7, 2020

New Mexico Implements Employer Reporting Rule for COVID-19 Cases

In addition to other measures New Mexico is taking to try to control the coronavirus pandemic, the Occupational Health and Safety Bureau of the NM Environment Department implemented an emergency amendment to its injury and illness reporting regulation.

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August 6, 2020

Michigan Executive Order Requires Staffers to Wear Face Coverings in Childcare Centers and Camps

Although Michigan Governor Whitmer previously issued Executive Order 2020-153 requiring individuals to wear a face covering in all public indoor spaces and some outdoor spaces, it specifically carved out an exception for childcare centers and camps.

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August 6, 2020

DOL Issues Guidance for Certain Federal Contractors on Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under the FFCRA

On August 3, 2020, the DOL provided guidance on FFCRA compliance for employers with federal government service contracts covered by the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act and federal construction contracts covered by the Davis-Bacon Act.

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August 6, 2020

The FDIC Again Loosens Restrictions on Hiring Bank Personnel with Criminal Histories

On July 24, 2020, the FDIC published a Final Rule regarding Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1829 (“Section 19”), which restricts hiring at FDIC-insured depository institutions, such as FDIC member banks.

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August 5, 2020

Michigan Governor Directs Robust Enforcement of COVID-19 Executive Orders

Governor Whitmer continues to issue social distancing-related executive orders to combat the rise of COVID-19 cases in Michigan.

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August 5, 2020

Protections Under Title VII

This podcast explains Bostock v. Clayton County, the U.S. Supreme Court decision recognizing protections for gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, and next steps in light of this decision.

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August 5, 2020

U.S. Agencies Agree to Share Information in New Enforcement Initiative Targeting H-1B and Immigrant Workers

The U.S. Departments of Labor (DOL) and Homeland Security (DHS) have jointly announced a new initiative to share data and records on immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions and workers.

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August 5, 2020

Massachusetts Department of Paid Family and Medical Leave Releases Final Regulations

Following a truncated period of public comment and hearings, the Massachusetts Department of Family and Medical Leave released the final regulations under the Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Law (PFML), effective July 24, 2020.

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August 5, 2020

New Wisconsin Unemployment Insurance Charging Process Requires Immediate Employer Action

Act 185 made a host of changes to Wisconsin’s UI program. A state agency recently announced that it will require an employer to take action to continue to take advantage of the law’s non-charging benefit.

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