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Labor & Employment across the country

Every labor & employment bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills
165
last 12 weeks
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10
jurisdictions with bills
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United States
118 bills
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159 for 6 against
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signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Aug 7, 2026

B 26-0737: Certified Business Enterprise Program Compliance and Enforcement Support Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2026

This bill updates the rules for the District of Columbia's Certified Business Enterprise Program to ensure fairer participation and stronger enforcement. It clarifies that businesses seeking certification must be independently owned and operated, preventing larger companies from controlling smaller ones just to gain certification status. The law also sets new performance requirements for joint ventures, mandating that each partner performs work proportional to their ownership share and that at least 35% of subcontracted work goes to other certified businesses. Additionally, the bill creates a clearer system for handling complaints by defining both formal and informal options and requiring the Department to investigate all valid complaints while maintaining public records of formal filings.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill strengthens enforcement of the Certified Business Enterprise Program to prevent larger companies from exploiting smaller ones, promoting fair participation and protecting worker-owned businesses.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Professional Licensing
Wendell Felder (D)
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HB 2685: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in tax credit and tax benefit administration, further providing for definitions and providing for tax credits relating to economic development.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's tax code to create a new economic development tax credit designed to support business growth and infrastructure improvements within the state. To receive this credit, entities must hire only Pennsylvania residents, use 100% materials sourced from within the state or the United States, and comply with prevailing wage laws. The Department of Community and Economic Development is tasked with auditing recipients annually to ensure they meet these requirements, and any entity found non-compliant must repay the full amount of the tax credit.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates an economic development tax credit to stimulate business growth and infrastructure, aligning with fiscal management and economic support goals.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates hiring Pennsylvania residents and compliance with prevailing wage laws, directly supporting local employment standards and worker wages.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits Tax Incentives Tags Economic Development
Rob Matzie (D) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jul 15, 2026

HB 2700: An Act amending the act of December 17, 1959 (P.L.1913, No.694), known as the Equal Pay Law, further providing for title of act and for definitions; providing for disclosure of wage and benefit information; further providing for penalties; and imposing penalties for nondisclosure of wage and benefit information.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Equal Pay Law to require employers with fifteen or more workers to share specific wage and benefit details in job advertisements and job offers. Under the new rules, companies must list costs for health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans in job postings or provide a direct link to this information online. When making a job offer, employers must also state the salary or hourly wage, clarify overtime rules, and include summaries of employee benefit plans. The legislation applies to positions performed in Pennsylvania, including remote roles, and establishes penalties for employers who knowingly fail to provide this required information.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates wage transparency in job postings, protecting workers' rights by ensuring fair compensation information.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination Labor Standards Minimum Wage
Kristine Howard (D) · 5 co-sponsors
introduced · Ohio · Senate Jul 21, 2026

SB 464: Allow a tax credit for compensation to skilled trades instructors

To amend sections 5747.98 and 5751.98 and to enact sections 5747.053 and 5751.55 of the Revised Code to authorize a refundable tax credit for compensation paid to skilled trades instructors.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a refundable tax credit for skilled trades instructors, providing direct financial relief and funding support for education and workforce development programs.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides tax credits for skilled trades instructors, directly supporting educators and expanding vocational training access.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides tax credits to compensate skilled trades instructors, enhancing workforce development and employment standards.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Tax Credits Career & Technical Education Teachers Apprenticeships
Mark Romanchuk (R)
in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11619: Requires employers to provide neonatal intensive care leave

This bill requires employers to provide unpaid leave for employees whose children are hospitalized in a neonatal intensive care unit. The amount of leave depends on company size, with businesses having 16 to 50 employees offering up to 10 days and larger companies offering up to 20 days. Employees can take this time continuously or in smaller increments, and they will be reinstated to their original job with benefits maintained after the leave ends. The law also prohibits discrimination against workers for using this leave and allows employers to request basic verification of the child's hospital stay without asking for private medical details.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates unpaid leave for neonatal intensive care, directly supporting patient access and protecting rights during critical health crises.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates unpaid leave for employees with hospitalized children, expanding worker benefits and protecting family rights.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Hospitals Paid Leave
in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6205: Civil procedure: garnishment; certain benefits and tax credits; exempt from garnishment, and provide state limit on wages that are subject to garnishment. Amends sec. 4031 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.4031) & adds secs. 4001a, 4032 & 4033.

This bill updates Michigan's civil procedure laws to clarify how much of a person's wages can be taken by creditors through garnishment. It specifically protects certain types of income from being garnished, including public assistance benefits, unemployment compensation, disability payments, and both federal and state earned income tax credits. Additionally, the legislation sets new limits on how much of a weekly paycheck can be seized, capping the amount at 20% of earnings up to a specific threshold and 30% of earnings above that threshold. These changes directly affect individuals whose wages are subject to garnishment and the creditors seeking to collect debts from them.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill protects workers' wages and benefits from garnishment, strengthening financial security for employees.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Unemployment
Jamie Thompson (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6154: Retirement: state police; contributions into tier 2 account; modify. Amends sec. 42a of 1986 PA 182 (MCL 38.1642a).

This bill modifies the Michigan State Police retirement plan to change how new members receive health benefits and employer contributions. Instead of paying for health insurance premiums, employers will make matching contributions to a Tier 2 retirement account, ranging from 2% to 4% of an employee's pay depending on their start date. Additionally, eligible members can contribute up to 2% of their compensation to this account, and those with at least 10 years of service will receive a $2,000 credit to a health reimbursement account. The legislation also outlines specific rules for when these contributions begin, how long they last, and how they are treated for loan purposes or if an employee leaves the force.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands retirement benefits and adds employer matching contributions for state police, strengthening worker benefits.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Retirement Benefits
Mike Mueller (R)
in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 6, 2026

S 3134: An Act relative to increased safety standards in the construction industry

Senate, July 6, 2026 -- The committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2112) of Nick Collins for legislation relative to increased safety standards in the construction industry, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3134).
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly aims to increase safety standards in the construction industry, directly protecting worker rights and workplace safety.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Workplace Safety
introduced · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 1, 2026

S 3163: Amendment S.3163

This bill amends Massachusetts gas regulations to restrict new gas facilities and expansions within five miles of environmental justice neighborhoods unless they are strictly necessary for public safety. It also mandates that gas companies submit biennial just transition plans to the Department of Public Utilities, detailing strategies for workforce retention, training, and managing the shift to net-zero emissions by 2050. These provisions require companies to outline specific measures for hiring, cross-training, and mitigating the impact of potential job losses as they phase out natural gas infrastructure. The legislation applies to all gas distribution and transmission companies operating in the state, ensuring they address both community environmental concerns and the needs of their employees during the energy transition.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill restricts new gas facilities and mandates just transition plans for net-zero emissions, advancing clean energy goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill restricts new gas facilities near vulnerable communities and mandates just transition plans to support net-zero emissions by 2050.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates workforce retention, training, and just transition plans to protect workers during the shift to net-zero emissions.85% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts new gas facilities and expansions near communities, limiting infrastructure development in that sector.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Environmental Justice
Adam Gómez (D) · 4 co-sponsors
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 3171: Amendment S.3171

Senate, July 9, 2026 -- Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill requiring health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence (House, No. 4767) [also based on Senate, No. Senate, Nos. 1718].
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates workplace violence prevention programs, directly improving workplace safety and protecting worker rights.95% confidence
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