Labor & Employment Law Update

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently announced that it will be examining DEI programs for potential violations of Title VII following President Trump’s executive orders regarding DEI programs and the federal court review that followed.

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued an opinion letter clarifying managers and supervisors still cannot receive or keep tips, including from a tip pool.  This came shortly after the DOL restored the dual jobs rule in December of 2024.

Over the past year, numerous class actions have been filed against large employers claiming their health plan surcharge for tobacco use is not in compliance with HIPAA nondiscrimination rules. These cases show no signs of slowing down. However, there are proactive steps employers can take to minimize the risk of becoming targets in this litigation trend.

Join Amundsen Davis for a new complimentary webcast series, Breakfast Briefings. Beginning with our first session on Wednesday, March 19, this series offers employers the tips, tricks, and guidance needed to thrive in an ever-changing landscape.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced plans to significantly reduce the number of entities that must report under the Corporation Transparency Act (CTA). The announcement indicates that the Treasury Department intends to eliminate the reporting obligation for domestic companies.

On February 21, 2025, a U.S. District Court judge issued a preliminary injunction blocking the enforcement of key provisions of the Trump administration’s executive orders terminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) grants, contracts, and initiatives. This ruling is the first—and likely not the last—in a series of challenges and the final outcome is likely to have a significant impact on employers.

As part of the Paperwork Burden Reduction Act, signed into law on December 23, 2024, the Internal Revenue Code was amended to give employers the green light to simply post a general notice of availability as an alternative method for distributing Form 1095-C. Those electing to use the alternative method for distribution should ensure their website notices are posted and satisfy distribution requirements before the March 3, 2025, deadline.

On Feb. 21, Governor Whitmer signed House Bill 4002 and Senate Bill 8 into law, which impose new amendments to Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) and minimum wage law. It is critical for employers to understand the amendments as both bills are currently effective.

On February 14, 2025, William Cowen, the acting general counsel (“GC”) for the National Labor Relations Board (“Board”) rescinded several Guidance Memorandums that were previously issued by the Board’s former GC, Jennifer Abruzzo, during the Biden administration. This is a significant move because it indicates that the Trump’s Board is likely preparing to take a much different path forward in administering and enforcing the National Labor Relations Act.

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In this brief state law update, we'll cover new and updated posters required by state and local law for employers operating in those locations. Locate your state below to determine if any of the following updated employment posters and notices apply to you. Links to posters provided.