Monthly Archives: November 2016
Have You Updated Your Bathroom Policies to Allow Access Based on Gender Identity?
Effective October 1, 2016, Massachusetts will prohibit discrimination in public accommodation based on an individual’s gender identity. This law will affect not only places of accommodation open to the public, but also will require access to bathrooms in the workplace based on gender identity. The Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination has made clear that an employer’s failure to increase employee awareness and allow access to restrooms based on one’s gender identity could subject employers to charges of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling today blocking enforcement of the OSHA vaccination or test mandate.
https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/21pdf/21a244_hgci.pdf
Absent a stay by the U.S. Supreme Court, the OSHA Vaccine or Test Mandate will be effective January 4, 2022, and employers have about two weeks to comply with the significant obligations imposed by the Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS).
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E-Alert: New Development -- Federal Contractors Must Verify Affirmative Action Plan Compliance Through New Online Portal
Beginning February 1, 2022, covered federal contractors must register through the DOL's OFCCP website.
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