Employment Law Landscape Could Change After Election
When presidential administrations change, it’s common to see significant shifts in policy via new regulations, executive orders, different interpretations of federal laws, and changes to enforcement priorities, budgeting, and staffing of federal agencies. What changes can employers expect to see in employment law in the next few years if Vice President Kamala Harris wins the presidential election in November? And what shifts are expected if former president Donald Trump wins? It’s possible to draw some predictions from the two candidates’ campaign promises and governing histories. Quick Hits Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have voiced differing approaches toward the economy and organized labor during their campaigns. Employers can expect federal laws and regulations to shift based on this year’s election results. Minimum wage, paid leave mandates, and tax rates could change based on who wins the election. Minimum Wage and Overtime Harris has supported increasing the...