Over the past few years, Congress has operated at a deadlock, preventing major new federal workplace legislation from being adopted. Although in its infancy, it seems increasingly unlikely that this Congressional term will see a wave of new workplace legislation. Despite this Congressional deadlock, federal workplace law continues to evolve as the courts and agencies interpret, and sometimes make, policy.

States and municipalities throughout the country have increasingly stepped in to regulate new areas of workplace law. Pennsylvania’s Legislature and governor have recently been unwilling or unable to come together to adopt significant new workplace laws. However, Pennsylvania’s municipalities have not been immune from the trend toward increased local workplace regulation. Indeed, Philadelphia is a nationwide leader in adopting stricter workplace regulations. Pittsburgh and other Pennsylvania municipalities have attempted to follow suit, but have been limited by state law. In this fast-moving regulatory environment, employers who operate throughout the commonwealth may find it difficult to keep up with the multitude of local workplace laws. This article provides an overview of local workplace laws in Pennsylvania and previews what could be next given trends from other states.

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