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OSHA COVID Emergency Temporary Standard

Coronavirus Emergency Temporary Standard Issued for Health Care Workers

June 15, 2021
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Due to a Presidential Executive Order, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced a coronavirus emergency temporary standard. Explicitly, the Executive Order (EO) declared that ensuring the health and safety of workers is a national and moral priority. As a result, the January 2021 EO directed OSHA to reduce worker risk of contracting COVID-19 in the workplace. Subse...
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OSHA Updates COVID-19 Guidance June 2021

OSHA Issues Updated COVID-19 Workplace Guidance

June 15, 2021
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The Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently released updated COVID-19 workplace guidance. Issued earlier in January, the safety guidance helped employers implement a coronavirus prevention program and identify workplace exposure risks. Subsequently, on June 10th, 2021, OSHA’s updates focus mainly on unvaccinated workers. Previously, in April 2...
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June 15, 2021
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June 15th, 2021: Recent State Regulatory Activity

Our research and regulatory monitoring team frequently tracks labor law developments from all 50 states. The following list of findings from this week’s state legislation research sweep addresses June 2021 regulatory activity in  Georgia, Massachusetts, and New Jersey. Most importantly, as new information becomes available, Personnel Concepts will continue to provide regulatory updates to affec...
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Collective Bargaining and I-9 Compliance

NLRB Links Bargaining to I-9 Compliance

June 14, 2021
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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) recently upheld an Administrative Law Judge’s (ALJ) finding on mandatory bargaining and I-9 compliance. The May NLRB ruling found that an employer wrongly refused to bargain over requiring employees to submit new I-9 forms. The employer also violated the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) by not discussing the effects of submitting new I-9s. The ruling...
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Computer Fraud and Abuse Act

Supreme Court Rules on Computer Fraud Law

June 8, 2021
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On June 3rd, 2021, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on interpreting the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA). Otherwise known as Van Buren v. United States, the court case addressed the improper use of computer-based information. Markedly, this ruling comes nearly a year after the Supreme Court ruled on Title VII provisions prohibiting LGBTQ discrimination. Background of the Computer Fraud and Abus...
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Employee Mental Health Termination

Eleventh Circuit: An Employee’s Mental Health Issues Can Lead to Termination

June 7, 2021
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In May, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals heard a case involving termination and an employee’s mental health issues. Specifically, in Todd v. Fayette County School District, judges agreed with the decision to end a mentally ill teacher’s employment. Likewise, mental health issues have been popping up in other aspects of the government. Earlier, in April, the U.S. Department of Labor selecte...
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Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccinations

EEOC Answers Mandatory Vaccination Questions

June 2, 2021
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On May 28th, 2021, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced additions to their COVID-19 guidance, including mandatory workplace vaccinations. In short, it provides employers with crucial information on how to avoid possible workplace discrimination claims during the coronavirus pandemic. Indeed, as the number receiving COVID-19 vaccines rises, the EEOC wanted to address a...
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EEOC Antisemitism Resolution

EEOC Issues New Antisemitism Resolution

June 1, 2021
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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has unanimously approved a new antisemitism resolution condemning acts of bias against Jewish individuals. Accordingly, the resolution combats all forms of harassment and discrimination against members of the Jewish community. Another critical point is ensuring equal opportunity, inclusion, and dignity for all in the workplace. Earlier this yea...
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I-9 Compliance Flexibilities Extension

Form I-9 Compliance Deadline Extended

May 28, 2021
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Recently, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced an additional extension to Form I-9 compliance. The May 27 announcement is similar to extensions granted throughout 2020 involving Form I-9 compliance flexibilities during the pandemic. However, due to continued COVID-19 precautions, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will extend this policy until August 31st, 2021. Backg...
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IRS COBRA Tax Breaks

IRS Issues New COBRA Coverage Guidance

May 25, 2021
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On May 18th, 2021, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued COBRA continuation health coverage guidance relating to tax breaks. Accordingly, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) provides tax credits involving continuation health coverage. Specifically, under Notice 2021-31, the IRS provides guidance for employers, plan administrators, and health insurers. The Notice includes information ...
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