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Effective January 1, 2026, numerous state and local government employment laws have taken effect. Below is a non-exhaustive summary of key employment law updates for January 2026. For additional insights, register for the 2026 Employment Law Developments: Key Considerations for Employers webinar here.

To navigate each employment law update by state, click here.
Please note that the above is a non-exhaustive summary of recent employment law developments. For questions or assistance with employment law compliance in 2026, or to ensure you are informed about the latest updates, please contact your Polsinelli attorney.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
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