Gov. Ferguson signs law requiring employers to notify workers of federal immigration workplace inspections Gov. Ferguson signed House Bill 2105, requested by the attorney general, requiring employers to notify workers within five days of receiving notice of federal immigration employment-eligibility inspections and to provide inspection results; it also prohibits voluntary consent to access worker records without subpoena or warrant except where federal law compels it.

Gov. Ferguson has just signed a groundbreaking law protecting immigrant workers by ensuring they are notified of federal inspections and limiting employer cooperation with immigration authorities.

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#WA #ImmigrationReform #CitizenPortal #WorkerProtection #EmployerAccountability

The NMC dashboard giving insight into midwifery referrals is a great start to understanding, let's try to understand more about who is referring, why they are referring and if early insight can be gained to prevent errors. #educatenotlitigate #learnnotblam #employeraccountability

Business groups seek a cure period for salary-posting bill as subcommittee adopts amendment A line amendment to House Bill 636 added a corrective period and limited court awards if an employer fixes a deficient job posting; business representatives asked the committee to preserve a provision preventing causes of action if employers correct postings, and the committee temporarily set the bill aside for further review.

Virginia's Senate subcommittee is shaking up job postings by introducing a new amendment that gives employers a chance to correct salary-range disclosures before facing penalties!

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#VA #VirginiaBusiness #LegislativeReform #CitizenPortal #EmployerAccountability #JobTransparency

Committee hears changes to workers’ compensation provider rules and penalties Engrossed second substitute SB 58-47 would let injured workers seek care outside L&I’s provider network in more circumstances, prohibit employers from coercing workers to see specific providers, and modify penalties and appeals; advocates said it would improve access, businesses urged caution and asked for fiscal updates.

Washington's Senate is debating a bill that could revolutionize how injured workers access medical care, potentially breaking down barriers and allowing more freedom in provider choice.

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#WA #CitizenPortal #WorkerRights #HealthCareAccess #EmployerAccountability

Committee backs bill to allow employers written zero-tolerance drug policies for certain jobs House Bill 31 27 would restore employers' ability to adopt written zero-tolerance drug policies, limited to safety-sensitive positions; sponsors said the bill clarifies employers' options, while some members raised concerns about workers' compensation and HIPAA implications. The committee passed the bill after brief debate.

Oklahoma's House Bill 31 27 aims to empower employers with written zero-tolerance drug policies for safety-sensitive jobs, but could it spark complications in workers' compensation and privacy rights?

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#OK #DrugPolicy #CitizenPortal #EmployerAccountability #WorkplaceSafety

State agencies propose accounting method to comply with IRS ruling on Paid Leave Oregon After a new IRS revenue ruling would treat employer‑funded portions of medical leave benefits as wages subject to payroll taxes, Oregon Employment Department officials recommended an 'accounting method' that tracks contribution sources to avoid new taxes on employers or claimants; statutory changes and minor programming will be needed.

Oregon officials are proposing a new accounting method to navigate recent IRS changes that could impact payroll taxes for employers and medical leave claimants.

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#OR #EmployerAccountability #PaidLeave

Oregon lawmakers prohibit retaliation against home care workers under HB 3838 Bill protects home and community-based services workforce from employer retaliation.

Oregon just took a bold step to protect home care workers from employer retaliation with the passing of HB 3838!

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#OR #EmployerAccountability #CommunityServices

Task force addresses unemployment ghosting issues with proposed accountability measures Panel discusses legislation to improve employer-claimant communication in unemployment claims process

Michigan lawmakers are tackling the frustrating issue of "ghosting" in the job market, seeking to bridge the communication gap between employers and the unemployment benefits system.

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#MI #CitizenPortal #EmployerAccountability #JobMarketReform

#TrumpEraWorksiteRaidsExpand ⚖️ Companies face heightened risk of civil/criminal charges for hiring undocumented workers, per White House border czar Tom Homan. Firms "freaking out" over labor shortages & sanctions. #ImmigrationEnforcement #EmployerAccountability #WorksiteRaids #BorderSecurity

Minnesota updates employment guidelines for job applicants and employer penalties Minnesota amends statutes defining job availability and employer misrepresentation consequences.

Minnesota's Senate Bill 1832 is set to reshape job eligibility standards and hold employers accountable, igniting debates that could transform the state's labor market.

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#MN #MinnesotaEmployment #JobMarketFlexibility #WorkforceParticipation #CitizenPortal #EmployerAccountability

San Francisco supervisors debate penalties in compensation settlement vote Supervisors clash over penalty enforcement in employee compensation ordinance settlement decision

A fiery debate erupted in San Francisco as supervisors faced off over a settlement that could redefine employer accountability and employee rights—will the city uphold its labor laws?

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Committee approves Senate Bill 5023 offering protections for domestic workers Committee reports out Senate Bill 5023 to protect domestic workers' rights and wages.

In a heated committee debate, Washington lawmakers took a bold step toward safeguarding the rights of domestic workers with Senate Bill 5023, but not without controversy over its potential impact on hiring practices.

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#WA #EmployerAccountability #CitizenPortal #LaborRights

Senate moves to expand workers' compensation protections for subcontractors Senate Bill 642 enhances workers' compensation coverage and liability protections for subcontractors.

A controversial new bill in Oklahoma could change the game for subcontractors, offering them protections they’ve long been denied, but at what cost to workers' rights?

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#OK #CitizenPortal #WorkplaceSafety #EmployerAccountability #LaborRights

Legislative Assembly defines employee and employer responsibilities in workplace harassment cases Assembly outlines employer responsibilities regarding harassment and defines employee roles in workplace.

House Bill 1391 is poised to redefine workplace safety in North Dakota by holding employers accountable for harassment and discrimination like never before.

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#ND #NorthDakotaWorkplace #WorkplaceHarassment #EmployeeRights #EmployerAccountability #CitizenPortal

Washington legislature enacts self-insurer payment authority for decertified employers Legislation ensures payment obligations for decertified self-insured employers in Washington.

Washington State's House Bill 1275 is set to revolutionize worker protection by holding self-insured employers accountable even after decertification, but will it come at a cost for small businesses?

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#WA #WorkerProtection #LegislativeReform #CitizenPortal #EmployerAccountability

New HB20 bill proposes wage recovery and legal protections for employees harmed by employers HB20 allows individuals to seek wage compensation and attorney fees from noncompliant employers.

Alabama's new House Bill 20 could revolutionize employee rights by allowing workers to claim compensation for wage violations without any legal fees!

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#AL #EmployerAccountability #WorkerRights

It’s like rate my professor, but for bosses…

Rate my boss would be the next great tool for all job seekers before they take a new job.

#ratemyboss #employeraccountability #performanceandpay