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Wage & Hour Developments

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New Exceptions to California Fast Food Minimum Wage Law

Assembly Bill 1228 took effect on April 1, 2024, addressing, in part, the California fast food minimum wage law.

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Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers in California Set for April 1, 2024

As previously reported, California law (AB 1228) will require fast food workers to be paid a minimum of $20 per hour effective April 1, 2024.

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California Launches $18 Million Program Intended for Wage Theft Investigation

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and the Labor Commissioner's Office launched a program creating opportunities for local prosecutors to obtain funding for wage theft prosecutions.

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Proposed Rule Would Impose Pay Transparency and Salary History Requirements for Federal Contractors

The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council issued a Proposed Rule, "Pay Equity and Transparency in Federal Contracting," on January 30, 2024.

Real Estate and Housing Construction

Sick Leave Payout Rule for Washington Construction Workers Takes Effect

Certain construction workers and other employees in the construction industry must be paid the entire balance of accrued and unused paid sick leave if those workers separate from employment before they reach their 90th day of employment. This requirement, effective January 1, 2024, applies regardless of whether a worker's separation is voluntary or involuntary.

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Washington, D.C., Set To Enact Wage Transparency Law

On January 12, 2024, Washington, D.C., joined the growing list of jurisdictions to enact wage transparency legislation when Mayor Muriel Bowser signed the Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act of 2023 (the Act), formerly known as the Pay Scale and Benefits Disclosure Amendment Act.

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Berkeley, California: New Frequently Asked Questions on the Fair Workweek Ordinance

On January 12, 2024, the Berkeley Fair Work Week Ordinance (Ordinance) became operative.

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The IRS Issues 2024 Optional Standard Mileage Rates

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued their 2024 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical, or moving purposes.

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Biden Administration Announces April 2024 Release of Final Rule on FLSA Exemptions

On December 6, 2023, the Biden administration released its Fall 2023 Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions, which provides a semi-annual update on the federal government's regulatory agenda and sets target dates for upcoming rulemaking.

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California Revises Frequently Asked Questions on Paid Sick Leave

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) issued updated responses to frequently asked questions (FAQs) relating to the state's amended paid sick leave law.

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Illinois Minimum Wage Increases on January 1, 2024

On January 1, 2024, the Illinois Minimum Wage will rise to $14 per hour for individual who are 18 years and older.

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California Labor Code Section 2810.5 Updated Notice

Effective January 1, 2024, AB 636 amends California Labor Code Section 2810.5 to require employers to provide employees with additional information at the time of hiring.

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Cook County Amends Paid Leave Ordinance

Following Chicago's last-minute changes to its much-discussed Paid Leave Ordinance, Cook County has joined the recent flurry of legislating in Illinois to amend its own leave requirements.

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Arizona’s Minimum Wage Increases on January 1, 2024

In accordance with A.R.S. § 23-363(B), also known as the Fair Wages and Healthy Families Act, Arizona's minimum wage will increase to $14.35 per hour, effective January 1, 2024.

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Chicago Amends Paid Leave Ordinance

In welcome news for employers, the Chicago City Council passed an amendment to the new Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance, which will delay implementation of paid leave requirements from December 31, 2023, to July 1, 2024.