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Thompson Hine LLP, a full-service business law firm with approximately 400 lawyers in 8 offices, was ranked number 1 in the category “Most innovative North American law firms: New working models” by The Financial Times and was 1 of 7 firms shortlisted for The American Lawyer’s inaugural Legal Services Innovation Award. The firm has been recognized by the National Law Journal as a Legal Technology Trailblazer and featured by Bloomberg for its innovative service delivery models, which drive accuracy and predictability. The firm’s commitment to innovation is embodied in Thompson Hine SmartPaTHTM – a smarter way to work – predictable, efficient and aligned with client goals. For more information, please visit ThompsonHine.com and ThompsonHine.com/SmartPaTH.

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With new state employment laws continuously being enacted, it can be challenging to keep up on each change and ensure that your policies and practices are compliant. We have your solution.

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This monthly digest is designed to keep you apprised of upcoming major state law changes in areas including paid sick and safe leave laws, family and parental leave, recreational and medicinal marijuana use, workplace gun laws, asking candidates about salary history and unpredictable scheduling.

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Missouri paid sick leave plans must be implemented by May 1.

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Alaska paid sick leave requirements effective July 1.

Alaska captive audience ban effective July 1.

New Hampshire accommodations for nursing mothers effective July 1.

Maryland paid family and medical leave contributions begin July 1.

New York repeals COVID-19 leave provisions July 31.

Michigan paid sick leave requirements for small businesses effective October 1.

Nebraska paid sick leave law effective October 1.

Connecticut further expands paid sick leave eligibility effective January 1.

Delaware paid family and medical leave benefits begin January 1.

Minnesota paid family leave contributions begin January 1.

Maine paid family and medical leave benefits available May 1.

Maryland paid family and medical leave benefits begin July 1.

Connecticut paid sick leave law covers all employees effective January 1.

Revised Michigan paid sick leave expansion effective February 21.

We expect continued movement in state legislatures on paid sick leave and paid family leave changes. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin recently vetoed legislation that would have mandated paid sick leave for all Virginia workers, while Pennsylvania legislators are continuing to consider a statewide paid family leave program.

Employment Legislation Outlook – April 2025

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