Legislative Updates

Our Legislative Updates team is powered by Product Intelligence Managers who stay deeply connected not only with state unemployment agencies and departments of labor, but also with federal and state partners involved in employment verification, immigration compliance, and regulatory enforcement—including E‑Verify and related oversight entities. With extensive experience navigating the complex, fast‑moving landscape of HR, payroll, I‑9, and employment law, our authors monitor statutory and regulatory developments as they emerge or are being shaped behind the scenes.
 
Their expertise spans I‑9 and E‑Verify compliance, new‑hire processes, W‑2 and W‑4 requirements, payroll tax optimization, FLSA guidance, and multi‑jurisdictional employment law. Professional backgrounds include Certified Payroll Professionals and active members of organizations such as the APA, SHRM, ACC, and CPA. They bring a practitioner’s perspective to every update. Through strategic insights, best‑practice guidance, and compliance‑focused thought leadership, our team transforms complex regulatory shifts into actionable intelligence that helps employers reduce risk, streamline processes, and stay confidently compliant in an ever‑changing environment.

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Regulatory Update: Termination of TPS Designation for These Countries

Termination of TPS has been announced for Haiti, Nicaragua and Honduras. Employers must reverify beneficiaries accordingly.

July 11, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Oregon SB 906 Clarifying Payroll Deductions

Oregon SB 906 requires employers to provide employees with an explanation of codes used for pay rates and payroll deductions.

June 23, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Regulatory Update: SSA Pauses Automatic Issuance of SSNs for Immigrants

The Social Security Administration has suspended automatic Social Security Number issuance while the policy is under review.

June 17, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Vermont SB 117

Vermont SB 117 amends various unemployment rules including notice requirements for potential layoffs, electronic unemployment insurance notices, and more.

June 17, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: West Virginia HB 2441

West Virginia HB 2441 disqualifies an individual from unemployment compensation if they fail a random testing for alcohol or illegal controlled substances while holding safety sensitive positions.

June 13, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Washington SB 5041

Washington SB 5041 allows for striking or lockout workers to receive unemployment benefits.

June 13, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Virginia HB 1766 & SB 1056

Virginia HB 1766 & SB 1056 change unemployment compensation claims to be $100 higher than the current weekly benefit amount starting in 2026.

June 13, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Oklahoma SB 911

Oklahoma SB 911 could result in a lower tax rate for employers in the state in 2026.

June 13, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: New York AB 3000

New York AB 3000 is great news for employers, with the potential to restore the full FUTA credit reduction.

June 13, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Nebraska LB 265

Nebraska LB 265 revises provisions related to the state unemployment insurance tax rate.

June 13, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Maryland HB 350

Maryland HB 350 appropriates $136,549,258 to the Division of Unemployment Insurance, with a portion contingent on establishment of an administrative fee.

June 11, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Indiana SB 371

SB 371 changes a requirement for all hearings before Administrative Law Judge or unemployment insurance review board.

June 11, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Iowa SF 607

Changes to requirement for employers to file wages paid in surrounding states, percentage of statewide average weekly wage, non-construction contributory language, and reimbursable employment wages language.

June 11, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Iowa SF 603

Definition and language changes requiring employers to pay contributions for wages paid in the state and not from bordering states.

June 11, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Regulatory Update: Cameroon Temporary Protected Status Designation Terminated

The Secretary of Homeland Security announced the termination of designation of Cameroon for Temporary Protected Status.

June 9, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Regulatory Update: DOJ’s New Rules and Priorities for White-Collar Crimes

The DOJ’s new rules and priorities on white-collar crime makes I-9 compliance more critical than ever for employers.

May 23, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Regulatory Update: DOJ Expands Whistleblower Program to Include Immigration Violations

The DOJ expanded its Whistleblower Program to include immigration violations to enhance accountability and compliance with immigration law.

May 12, 2025 by Legislative Updates
Legislative Update: Texas SB 324 Requiring E-Verify Participation

Texas SB 324 passed by the State Senate would require public and private employers to participate in the E-Verify system.

May 8, 2025 by Legislative Updates

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The Experian Employer Services Insights blog focuses on providing updates and solutions for HR teams, business owners, tax pros and compliance officers looking to navigate complex regulatory landscapes while optimizing their workforce management processes. Some important topics include payroll tax, unemployment, income & employment verification, compliance, and improving the overall employee experience.