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ABA, trades urge DOL to ‘Abandon or postpone’ overtime rulemaking
The American Bankers Association joined 92 other trade associations in a letter last week urging the Department of Labor to “abandon or postpone” issuance of a proposed rule to modify existing overtime regulations.
DOJ issues guidance for employers on use of AI, algorithms in hiring processes
The Department of Justice issued guidance on the use of algorithms and artificial intelligence in hiring processes and employers’ responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Congressional Republicans Urge DOL to Engage with Industry Before Overtime Rulemaking
As the Department of Labor contemplates a new overtime rulemaking, four senior Republican members of Congress last week urged DOL to “conduct robust public engagement,” including meetings with industry stakeholders, before any proposed rule relating to overtime pay requirements.
ABA, Trades Urge DOL to Engage with Industry Prior to Overtime Rulemaking
As the Department of Labor contemplates a new overtime rulemaking, the American Bankers Association joined 109 other trade groups in a letter urging the DOL to meet with industry groups prior to proposing a new rule.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Vaccine Mandate for Large Employers
The Supreme Court today blocked the employer vaccine mandate issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which would have required employers with 100 or more employees to ensure staff are vaccinated or tested weekly for COVID-19, among other requirements.
Supreme Court Sets Jan. 7 Argument in Vaccine Mandate Dispute
The Supreme Court announced last night that it will hold oral argument Jan. 7 in the challenge to the employer vaccine mandate issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
EEOC Issues Guidance on When COVID-19 Considered a ‘Disability’ under ADA
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued guidance yesterday, in the form of 14 additional questions-and-answers, regarding the circumstances where COVID-19 is considered a “disability” under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Federal Court Issues Nationwide Injunction Against Federal Contractors Vaccine Mandate
A federal court in Georgia today enjoined the federal government nationwide from enforcing its vaccine mandate for federal contractors working on federal contracts.
Federal Court Enjoins Federal Contractors Vaccine Mandate in Kentucky, Ohio and Tennessee
A federal court enjoined the federal government from enforcing its vaccine mandate for federal contractors working on federal contracts in Kentucky, Ohio and Tennessee. Banks that conduct business with the federal government or that have branches on military bases or other federal property may be subject to the vaccine mandate.