The California government launched what it describes as the first state tool to monitor and track the impact of artificial intelligence on the workforce. The new California AI-Unemployment Tracker will be updated monthly and is intended to identify early warning
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Maryland FAMLI: What Employers Need to Know About the Latest Regulations
The Maryland Department of Labor’s final regulations implementing the new paid family and medical leave insurance program provide important guidance for employers. Our Maryland colleagues provide insights as employers prepare for payroll contributions beginning Jan. 1, 2027, and for benefits
Rule Change! What Employers Need to Know About Recent Changes to NYC ESST Rules
As the July 23, 2026 effective date quickly approaches, employers should review and prepare to comply with the recent changes to the New York City Earned Sick and Safe Time regulations. You can read our colleague’s deep dive on the
Hawaii Expands Family Leave Protections for Military Families
Hawaii has enacted a new law expanding the state’s family leave law to better support military families. Hawaii’s family leave statute will allow eligible employees to take unpaid family leave for qualifying military exigencies connected to a family member’s active-duty
States Challenge Federal Contractor DEI Executive Order
Nineteen states and the District of Columbia have filed a lawsuit challenging the federal government’s rollout of Executive Order (EO) 14398, “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors.” The coalition of plaintiff states challenges the EO and federal agency actions
USCIS, E-Verify Issue Updated TPS Guidance for Seven Countries Following SCOTUS Decision
Takeaways
- USCIS and E-Verify have issued updated employer guidance for TPS beneficiaries from Burma, Ethiopia, Haiti, Somalia, South Sudan, Syria and Yemen.
- For all seven countries, employers should use July 10, 2026, as the current date for Form I-9 and
California Limits Arbitration to Agreements Enforceable Under the Federal Arbitration Act
On June 30th, California’s Governor signed Assembly Bill (AB) 2155, which concerns the enforceability of written arbitration agreements in California. The bill amends Code of Civil Procedure Section 1281 and provides that any agreement unenforceable under the Federal Arbitration
SCOTUS Preserves Birthright Citizenship, Providing Certainty for Employees and Their Families
In today’s landmark Trump v. Barbara decision, the U.S. Supreme Court held that children born in the United States are citizens at birth regardless of whether their parents are present in the country unlawfully or temporarily. The Court concluded that
Proposed DHS Rule Could Change How International Students Maintain F-1, J-1 Visa Status
Takeaways
- DHS rule cleared by the White House and would replace the long-standing “duration of status” (D/S) framework with fixed admission periods.
- Extension filings and increased government oversight may create additional administrative burdens and uncertainty for visa holders.
- The proposal
AI in the Empire State, Two Bills Could Create New Compliance Obligations
New York organizations using artificial intelligence should keep a close eye on two pending state bills that could create new notice and reporting obligations. Both bills have passed the Senate and Assembly, but as of June 25, 2026, neither appears