The first quarter of 2022 continued the trend of increasing regulation of the workplace by state and local governments. Although it is not possible to discuss all state and local laws, this update provides an overview of recent and upcoming legislative developments to help you and your organization stay in compliance. (Please note that developments related to issues such as minimum wage rates and COVID-19 are not included.)

California

California Amends Record Retention Period and Statute of Limitations Under FEHA: Effective January 1, 2022, California employers must retain applications and certain employment records for four years — up from two years — under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). When an individual files a complaint with the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), the statute of limitations for civil actions alleging unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation is tolled until DFEH files a lawsuit, or one year after DFEH issues notification that it has closed the investigation.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Extends Employee Data Exemption: While the exemption of employee data from the CCPA is extended to January 1, 2023, employers must continue to provide notice of collection of personal information.

For more information regarding new California laws for 2022, please refer to our firm’s legal update on the subject.

Colorado

Amendments to Colorado WARNING Rules: Amendments to the Colorado Whistleblower, Anti-Retaliation,...

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