Workplace Surveillance Bill Clears Maine Legislature, Awaits Governor’s Nod
The Maine Legislature recently passed a bill that could soon place new limits on employers’ ability to conduct surveillance in the workplace and create new categories of enforcement action state labor officials. Due to the bill’s late passage, the Legislature’s adjournment, and parliamentary rules, LD 61 will sit on the Governor’s desk until the next legislative session convenes in January. If Governor Mills does not veto the legislation within the first three days of that session, it will automatically become law and take effect 90 days after the conclusion of the next session – in approximately the late summer or early fall of 2026. While it awaits the Governor’s action, employers should plan for possible impacts on their operations and policies. What the New Surveillance Law Would Do LD 61 would prohibit employers from electronically monitoring employees without providing prior notice. Surveillance under the law includes monitoring through electronic devices or systems. However, it...