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The regulatory landscape, appetite for administrative agency enforcement, and judicial interpretations related to wage-and-hour issues are rapidly evolving. Our blog is a one-stop resource for federal- and state-level updates and analysis on wage-and-hour-related developments affecting employers. Subscribe 🡢

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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.

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California’s Minimum Wage Increases on January 1, 2024

On January 1, 2024, California's state minimum wage will increase to $16 per hour for all employers.

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Wages Set To Increase in New York in 2024

As previously reported, on May 3, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law the FY2024 New York State Budget Agreement (the Budget), which includes legislation increasing the state's minimum wage rate over the next three years.

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Oregon Slated To Increase Minimum Wage Effective July 1, 2024

Oregon has three separate minimum wages that vary based on work location and inflation (as applicable), which are labeled Portland Metro, Standard, and Nonurban.

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Alaska’s Minimum Wage Increases on January 1, 2024

Alaska's minimum wage will increase to $11.73 per hour, effective January 1, 2024, from the current minimum wage of $10.85 per hour. This represents an increase of $0.88, or approximately 8.1%. Minimum salaries for certain exempt employees will also rise on January 1, 2024.

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2024 Colorado Minimum Wage Rate Increase

Colorado's state minimum wage will increase to $14.42 per hour beginning January 1, 2024. However, Colorado employers should be aware that municipalities within Colorado will also be increasing their minimum wage above the state's minimum wage.

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New Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Laws in Washington State Effective January 1

Multiple new laws will take effect in Washington state beginning January 2024, bringing changes to the state's minimum wage laws and adding requirements under the state's Paid Sick Leave Law.