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HR Regulatory Overview
Illinois & Federal employment law for employers with 1–249 employees.
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Federal: IC Rule Comment Period Closes April 28, 2026
DOL proposed reverting to 2021 independent contractor test. Submit comments before deadline if you use contractors.
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Illinois: AI Employment Discrimination Ban — Effective Jan 1, 2026
Audit any AI tools used in hiring/promotion/scheduling. Provide employee notice. IDHR draft rules still pending.
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Illinois: Workplace Transparency Act Amendments — Jan 1, 2026
Agreements signed after Jan 1, 2026 cannot restrict concerted activity. Review all NDAs, offer letters, and settlement agreements.
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Illinois: IHRA Civil Penalties Up to $70,000 (Jan 1, 2026)
Two or more violations within 7 years now carry penalties up to $70,000. Strengthen harassment response processes now.
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Federal: Overtime Threshold Reverted to $684/week ($35,568/yr)
Biden-era 2024 increases struck down Nov 2024. Audit exempt classifications accordingly.
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Illinois: Pay Transparency — 15+ Employees Must Post Pay Ranges
All job postings (internal and external) must include pay scale and benefits. No salary history requests. Effective Jan 1, 2025.
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