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Keep Your Company Compliant in July: Post-July 1st Implementation & Emerging Updates

Posted By: Guardian HR Staff Posted On: July 8, 2025 Share:
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In this month’s compliance calendar, you’ll find the key topics to keep your Company up-to-date including employee awareness and
required or recommended training. 

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July

“Post-July 1st Implementation & Emerging Updates”

Holidays

July 4th – Wednesday, June 19th

Important Dates and Deadlines for this Month

July 1

  • July 1 is frequently the starting point for the introduction of new and revised employment laws and regulations, which we will be listing below.

Topics to Discuss and/or Review

  • As happens on July 1 every year, many municipalities increase their minimum wage. These increases are effective for all of your non-exempt employees and must be implemented on or before any work done on July 1. For clients with access to the Forms Library, see the chart, “Minimum Wage Rates by State and Municipality” in the folder “Compensation & Payroll” > “State Laws” > “Compensation and Payroll Information By State Spreadsheets”.  See also, “Minimum Salary Levels for Executive, Administrative and Professional Employees by State” in the folder, “Exempt vs Non-Exempt” > “State Specific Guidance”.
  • As July is now in full swing, we want to provide a quick follow-up to our June Compliance Alert which highlighted key changes and deadlines for July 1st. Many of those important updates are now in effect, and it's essential to ensure your practices align with these new requirements. Since last month's communication, we've also seen some additional clarifications and minor updates in the regulatory landscape that warrant your attention. This alert serves as a timely reminder of those critical changes now in force and points to recent developments to ensure your continued compliance. Please take a moment to review this information and ensure your operations reflect the latest guidance. Review Latest Labor Law Updates. For clients with access to the Forms Library, for a more comprehensive overview of the changes, see the chart, “2025 July 1st Compliance Chart” in the “Employment Law Overview by State” Folder.

Federal

Alabama

Alaska

Arizona

California

Colorado

Connecticut

Georgia

Idaho

Illinois

Indiana

Iowa

Kansas

Kentucky

Maryland

Montana

Nevada

New Hampshire

  • July 1, 2025 - New Hampshire Requires Lactation Accommodations – see RSA, 275:78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83

New Mexico

New York

Oregon

Rhode Island

Tennessee

Vermont

Virginia

Washington

Wyoming

Tips

More information in reference to the topics discussed in this month’s compliance calendar can be found in our comprehensive online Forms Library, which is available to members 24/7. 

Note: This calendar is designed to help our clients review the key human resources-related reporting and notice requirements that may apply to their organizations. Please note that this list is for general reference purposes only and is not all-inclusive. Many of the compliance requirements are complex ERISA or other statutory legal filings and responsibilities may vary depending on your company’s plans. We encourage you to consult with your insurance brokers, plan administrators, and/or your ERISA and tax advisors for further guidance.

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