Maine Enacts Law Requiring Employers to Notify Employees About Surveillance Tools
On January 11, 2026, Maine enacted a law (House Paper (H.P.) 25 / Legislative Document (L.D.) 61) prohibiting employers from using surveillance tools without first informing job applicants and employees. The new law is part of a growing trend of states restricting employers’ ability to monitor and surveil employees. Quick Hits Maine recently enacted a law requiring employers to notify employees and job applicants about employee surveillance. The law does not apply to cameras used in the workplace for safety and security purposes . The law was enacted without the governor’s signature, and it is expected to take effect in July 2026, depending on when the legislature adjourns. In recent years, more employers have begun using technology to track employee movements and actions. This may include cameras in the workplace, GPS tracking on phones and wearable devices, keystroke monitoring, and biometric monitoring. Some employers use these tools to identify potential are...