July Is the New January – 2025 (Texas)
States and cities are as busy as ever passing new workplace regulations throughout the calendar year. Here is our mid-year report summarizing the notable labor and employment laws that take effect from roughly July through October. Texas Bill / Ordinance / Regulation Main Topic Summary Effective Date Texas HB 4215 (SB 2154) Workplace Policies/ Background Checks Requires delivery network companies to implement intoxicating substance and anti-discrimination policies for delivery people, and to conduct background checks before hiring delivery people. 9/1/2025 Texas SB 1257 (HB 778) Benefits Requires health benefit plan coverage for gender transition adverse effects and reversals. 9/1/2025 This article provides a general snapshot of generally applicable labor and employment laws taking effect soon. Please note that while some of the laws listed below are industry-specific, this article is not meant to be all-inclusive. In addition, many state legislatures are still activ...