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2 weeks ago

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Citizen Portal News Ohio

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2 weeks ago

Mechanics vote to join Teamsters; city flags potential short-term operational impacts City staff reported mechanics voted 5–0 in favor of joining the Teamsters bargaining unit in a CERB/SERB election, and said integrating those mechanics into an existing contract could affect overtime procedures, lead mechanic roles and certain allowances until parties negotiate fixes.

Fleet mechanics in Upper Arlington have voted 5–0 to join the Teamsters, but could face operational challenges ahead—what's next for their pay and job structure?

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Citizen Portal News California

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2 weeks ago

Assembly committee advances bill to make ignoring arbitrators an unfair labor practice for UC The Assembly Committee on Public Employment and Retirement advanced AB 1582, which would bar higher education employers from disregarding arbitration decisions in contracting‑out disputes and require make‑whole relief including attorney fees; supporters cited years‑long delays at UC, while the university warned of operational risk and daily fines.

A new bill could change the game for labor disputes at the University of California by making it an unfair practice to ignore arbitration decisions, but will it come with unintended consequences?

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Citizen Portal News Alaska

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1 month ago

Alaska committee hears testimony on HB 130 to give promoted state employees flexible time credits Lawmakers heard public and staff testimony on HB 130, a measure aimed at restoring compensatory time or credit for state employees who lose overtime eligibility after promotion. Sponsors and staff said the law targets a narrow cohort (roughly 3,500–4,000 employees) and set an amendment deadline for March 2.

Alaska lawmakers are debating a crucial bill that could restore compensatory time for state employees who lose overtime eligibility after promotion, impacting thousands of hardworking individuals.

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Citizen Portal News Oklahoma

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1 month ago

Committee advances bill to shield pregnancy resource centers from discrimination and lawsuits A House committee on oversight advanced HB 31,94 after debate over staffing rules, medical roles for ultrasounds and a statutory damages scheme; sponsors say the law would prevent costly lawsuits, critics say it risks creating hiring carve-outs and expansive private causes of action.

A new bill aims to shield pregnancy resource centers from discrimination and costly lawsuits, but raises concerns about hiring practices and medical oversight.

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Patricia Kefalas Dudek (Patti)

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1 month ago

Geisinger Health entities settles disability discrimination lawsuit (WHTM)– Geisinger Health entities will pay $450,000 to settle a disability discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Pennsylvania-based Geisinge…

Geisinger Health will pay $450K and update ADA policies to settle an EEOC disability discrimination lawsuit. Leave, reassignment policies revised; staff trained. https://ow.ly/J6Pq50Ym5n8 #DisabilityRights #EEOC #ADA #WorkplaceFairness

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1 month ago

How Lock-Step Pay Can Balance Rewards and Loyalty

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1 month ago

How Compensation Committees Can Create Power Struggles

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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1 month ago

Becker County adopts updated compensation policy that moves regraded employees to next step with 1.5% minimum increase After extended debate about fairness and recruitment, the Becker County Board approved a personnel-policy change setting how employees move to new pay grades following DDA regrading: staff to be placed at the next-closest step with at least a 1.5% increase; the change affects 11 positions and includes direction to study leadership-pay options.

Becker County has just approved a new compensation policy that promises a minimum 1.5% increase for regraded employees—what does this mean for the future of county jobs?

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Citizen Portal News California

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1 month ago

Council expresses concern after testimony from cruise-terminal hostesses alleging wrongful firings Former cruise-terminal hostesses and union organizers told the council that three employees were fired for attending informational union meetings; the council noted an NLRB complaint and approved a resolution expressing concern and seeking reinstatement steps.

Three former employees of Cruise and Tour Services claim they were wrongfully fired for attending union meetings, sparking outrage and a call for action from the Los Angeles City Council.

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Citizen Portal News Georgia

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1 month ago

Personnel board overturns City of Augusta termination after procurement testimony After testimony about purchase‑order printing errors, credit‑card handling and workplace complaints, the Restoration County Personnel Board voted to overturn the City of Augusta's termination of the procurement department employee.

In a surprising turn of events, the Restoration County Personnel Board has reinstated a procurement employee after a special hearing revealed crucial testimony about potential errors in purchase orders and management practices.

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Citizen Portal News Utah

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2 months ago

House panel unanimously backs ban on post‑employment noncompete agreements for health care workers Sub 2 to HB 270, which would prohibit post‑employment noncompete clauses for health care professionals and protect patient continuity, was adopted and given a unanimous favorable recommendation; supporters included statewide physician groups, residency leaders and patients who said noncompetes have driven providers out of Utah.

A groundbreaking new bill aims to eliminate noncompete agreements for health care professionals in Utah, ensuring better access to care for patients and retaining vital providers in the state.

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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2 months ago

Subcommittee approves ban on coercive 'stay-or-pay' contracts with exemptions for tuition repayment HB923 would prohibit employers from enforcing coercive stay-or-pay contracts that require large repayments for leaving employment; amendments create exemptions for bona fide tuition- or credentialing-repayment agreements and lower statutory penalties to $1,000; passed 5-1.

Virginia's House Bill 923 is set to ban coercive "stay-or-pay" contracts, protecting workers from hefty repayment demands while preserving essential tuition repayment programs.

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#VA #EmployeeProtection #LaborRights #WorkplaceFairness #VirginiaWorkers #CitizenPortal

Workers of England Union

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2 months ago

The WEU believes equal rights are about ensuring everyone has an equal chance under the law, not leveling people down. 🛡️

Read more: www.workersofengland.co.uk/news/why-equal-rights-are-essential-for-england-to-flourish

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Citizen Portal News Texas

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2 months ago

Court hears appeal over DPS firing tied to officer’s PTSD and fitness‑for‑duty In No. 240966, the court heard argument over whether the Texas Department of Public Safety lawfully removed Special Agent Callaway after an incident at his daughter’s school, or whether the department’s actions constituted disability discrimination under Chapter 21 by acting on a prediction of future risk tied to a PTSD diagnosis.

The Texas Supreme Court is grappling with a controversial case: did the DPS unlawfully fire an officer based on predictions linked to his PTSD diagnosis, or was it a valid safety concern?

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Citizen Portal News Maryland

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2 months ago

NAACP and city employees urge independent review after multiple discrimination complaints at Annapolis City departments At the Jan. 12 council meeting, NAACP leadership and several city employees read anonymous letters alleging favoritism, discriminatory hiring and retaliation across departments, and urged a stay of recent personnel actions and appointment of an external EEO investigator.

Public outcry erupts in Annapolis as the NAACP and city employees demand an independent investigation into alarming patterns of discrimination and retaliation within local government.

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#AnnapolisAnneArundelCounty #MD #AnnapolisCity #WorkplaceFairness #CommunityTransparency

Rhode Rash

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3 months ago

Rhode Island Bars Workplace Discrimination Rhode Island has implemented a new legal change barring workplace discrimination, addressing civil liberties and rights-based protections in employment as noted in a legal review published in 2025.

Rhode Island just beefed up workplace protections, makin’ sure discrimination gets the boot. Good step for liberty—let’s keep the focus on fair play, not red tape. What’s your take on this, Ocean Staters? #RhodeIsland #CivilRights #WorkplaceFairness

Institute of Policy Studies - IPS

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3 months ago

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Inspired Kenya

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4 months ago

AI may discriminate against you at work. Some states are making it illegal. New regulations aim to prevent discrimination from artificial intelligence and automated systems as it relates to employment.

New rules in California mean using AI to screen job-candidates may now count as illegal discrimination, companies must now audit, document, and justify any automated hiring tools. Read more: www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
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Citizen Portal News Florida

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4 months ago

Orange City council fails to terminate city clerk after heated special meeting A Nov. 21 special meeting to consider terminating City Clerk Kaylee Burleson ended with a failed motion after dozens of residents and former staff urged the council to preserve the clerk’s job; the vote was 5-2 against termination.

In a dramatic showdown, the Orange City council voted against terminating City Clerk Kaylee Burleson after passionate public support and allegations of misconduct against the mayor.

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Citizen Portal News Texas

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5 months ago

Harris County commits to new pay structure and pay‑equity fixes; court approves phased implementation starting Feb. 2026 Following a year‑long classification and compensation study by Gallagher, the court adopted a 20‑grade market‑aligned pay structure, directed placement of employees below new range minima, and authorized implementation beginning the first pay period in February 2026 with a prorated FY‑26 cost estimate of ~$48M and an annualized impact in the $66M–$

Harris County is set to revolutionize its pay structure with a groundbreaking 20-grade system aimed at addressing pay equity disparities, starting as soon as February 2026!

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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP

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5 months ago

New York City Council Passes Pay Data Reporting Law For Private Employers

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Citizen Portal News Ohio

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5 months ago

Columbus hears pay-transparency ordinance; enforcement delayed to 2027 Columbus City Council held a public hearing Oct. 23 on proposed amendments to Columbus City Code chapter 2335 that would require employers to include reasonable salary ranges in job postings. The proposal exempts employers with 15 or fewer employees, defines enforcement through the Community Relations Commission and the Department of Neighborhoods,

Columbus is taking a bold step towards pay equity by proposing a pay-transparency ordinance that could change the hiring landscape forever!

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#OH #CitizenPortal #PayTransparency #ColumbusJobs #WorkplaceFairness #EconomicEquity

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP

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6 months ago

Broad Definition of “Hiring Party” Under FIFA Strengthens Workers’ Wage Rights

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Citizen Portal News Massachusetts

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6 months ago

Massachusetts House Bill 2896 amends collective bargaining protections for water authority employees House bill modifies employee termination standards to require just cause for Massachusetts Water Resources Authority.

A new Massachusetts House bill is changing the game for water authority employees by ensuring they can only be terminated for just cause—what does this mean for job security?

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#MA #CitizenPortal #WorkplaceFairness #CollectiveBargaining #EmployeeRights

Citizen Portal News Wisconsin

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6 months ago

Supervisors Propose Dollar Per Hour Increase for County Staff Compensation Supervisors Wilson, Schwartz, and Tillman present new compensation model for county employees.

Rock County supervisors are shaking up employee pay by proposing a new model that promises to close the wage gap and ensure fair compensation for all!

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#RockCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #CompensationReform #EquityInPay #WorkplaceFairness #RockCountyEmployees

Citizen Portal News Connecticut

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6 months ago

Library Staff Advocate Pushes for Hourly Wage Increases After 13 Years Without Raises Advocate emphasizes the need for raises for part-time library staff facing wage stagnation.

After 13 years without a raise, part-time library staff in Norwalk are finally getting the attention they deserve as advocates push for fair compensation.

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#NorwalkCityFairfield #CT #CitizenPortal #EmployeeCompensation #CommunitySupport #NorwalkLibrary #WorkplaceFairness

Citizen Portal News US

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6 months ago

Senate Nominee Commits to Non-Retaliation for Government Employees' Political Beliefs Nominee pledges to prevent retribution against government employees based on loyalty assessments.

A Senate nominee vows to protect government employees from retaliation based on their political beliefs, promising a fair and collaborative environment at the State Department.

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Citizen Portal News Missouri

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6 months ago

City Council Proposes Third Party Review for Job Compensation Structure City council considers third party review to ensure fair job compensation and employee input.

Kirksville City Council is taking a bold step towards fair pay by proposing a comprehensive review of employee compensation to tackle hiring challenges and enhance workplace equity.

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#KirksvilleAdairCounty #MO #CitizenPortal #TalentRetention #WorkplaceFairness

Citizen Portal News Florida

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7 months ago

Council Member Advocates Equitable Salaries for All Chief of Staffs Council member denies salary increase claims and pushes for equal pay among chief of staffs.

A bold push for salary equity among chiefs of staff in Doral highlights a significant pay gap of up to $20,000, sparking a vital conversation about fairness in city administration.

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