Restrictions

New York State Implements Sweeping Workplace Legislation: Minimum Wage Hike, Non-Disclosure Agreement Restrictions, and More in 2023 and Beyond

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NEW YORK (AP) — New York State and New York City have implemented a wave of new workplace legislation that will impact employers in the coming year. These new laws include minimum wage increases, new compensation-related laws, expanded protections against discrimination, and employer compliance mandates. Let’s take a closer look at the key legislation implemented in 2023 and the laws set to take effect in 2024. Starting with minimum wage increases, the minimum wage rate in New York State has increased from $15 to $16 for workers in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester, … Read more

Growing Bipartisan Support for Online Restrictions to Tackle Teen Mental Health and Social Media Addiction

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ALBANY, New York – Governors and state legislators across the United States are rallying behind proposals aimed at limiting the usage of social media by teenagers. As the tech industry finds itself entangled in legal battles to fend off regulation efforts, bipartisan support for such restrictions is growing. New York Governor Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, emphasized the urgent need to address youth mental health and social media addiction in her recent State of the State speech. Hochul vowed to tackle the “scourge of social media” that has plagued the Empire State, highlighting the detrimental impact … Read more

Georgia Lawmakers Set Sights on Tackling Antisemitism and Lawsuit Restrictions in 2024 Legislative Agenda

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ATLANTA, Georgia — Georgia lawmakers have outlined their plans for the year 2024, focusing on key issues such as lawsuit limits and combating antisemitism. These legislative priorities were unveiled as the state’s political leaders aim to address pressing concerns and fulfill their promises to the electorate. One of the main objectives for Georgia lawmakers in 2024 is to pursue lawsuit limits. This presents an opportunity for legislators to address the growing concerns around frivolous lawsuits, which have been criticized for their negative impact on businesses and economic growth. By introducing measures to place reasonable constraints … Read more