United States

Labor proposes rule clarifying employee, contractor status

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a new rule to clarify the distinction between employees and independent contractors under federal wage and hour laws. This proposal would rescind the 2024 final rule and revert to an analysis similar to the one used in 2021, aiming to simplify compliance for employers and ensure worker protections.

DOL Cites Adonel Concrete for 9 Violations After Fatal Injury

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Adonel Concrete Corp. with nine serious violations following a fatal workplace injury. The company faces $58,604 in proposed penalties for inadequate machine guarding and other safety failures.

Colorado Bill: Bipartisan Election Judges for Mail Ballot Signature Verification

Colorado's HB26-1080 proposes requiring county clerks to use bipartisan election judge teams for mail ballot signature verification, replacing the current single-judge system. The Secretary of State would adopt rules for this new procedure. The bill is currently under consideration in the 2026 Regular Session.

Colorado Bill HB26-1137: Campaign Consultant Requirements

Colorado Bill HB26-1137 proposes new requirements for campaign consultants, including prohibitions against representing adverse interests or supporting opposing candidates without client consent. The bill allows for civil suits by aggrieved persons alleging violations.

Colorado Bill: Nonemergency Medical Transportation Services for Medicaid

Colorado Bill SB26-063 proposes new requirements for nonemergency medical transportation services for Medicaid members. The bill mandates that transportation brokers contract with at least five providers and allows Medicaid members to preapprove services and choose preferred providers.

Colorado Property Tax Administrative Procedures Bill

Colorado's SB26-046 modifies property tax administrative procedures, including deadlines for applications, appeals, and notices of valuation. The bill also adjusts thresholds for tax abatements and refunds and clarifies information transmission requirements for county assessors and boards of county commissioners. These changes are set to take effect for the 2026 regular session.

Colorado Bill Authorizing Local Vehicle ID Systems on Interstate Highways

Colorado Bill HB26-1071 proposes to amend current law to allow local governments, specifically cities and counties or municipalities, to place automated vehicle identification systems (AVIS) on interstate highways. This change would permit local entities to deploy such technology, which was previously restricted to state authority.

Colorado Bill Expands Voter Transparency for Ballot Measures

Colorado bill HB26-1084, introduced for the 2026 regular session, aims to enhance voter transparency regarding the funding of initiated statewide ballot measures. The bill mandates specific language in ballot titles and information booklets to disclose the projected impact on state expenditure program areas.

Colorado Bill Modifies Overtime Income Tax for 2026

Colorado Senate Bill 26-056 proposes to modify the state income tax on overtime compensation, applying the change only to the 2026 income tax year. The bill aims to alter how overtime compensation excluded from federal gross income is treated for state income tax purposes.

Colorado Enacts Uniform Assignment for Benefit of Creditors Act

Colorado has enacted the Uniform Assignment for Benefit of Creditors Act, establishing a new framework for the transfer of assets by an assignor to an assignee for the benefit of creditors. The act outlines specific duties for assignors and assignees, including fiduciary responsibilities for the assignee and notification requirements for creditors.