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The Robots Are Here! California Enacts AI Restrictions For the Workplace
[author: Lindsey Tanita] At the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law three bills addressing how employers use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in the workplace. Together, they place limits on AI-assisted discipline, restrict certain forms of employee surveillance, and require more detail in notices of layoffs caused by automation.
The Robots Are Here! California Enacts AI Restrictions For the Workplace
At the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law three bills addressing how employers use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in the workplace. Together, they place limits on AI-assisted discipline, restrict certain forms of employee surveillance, and require more detail in notices of layoffs caused by automation.
OFCCP New Rule Eliminates Many Disability-Related Obligations
Guy Brenner’s articles from Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Healthcare industries Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: within Insurance topic(s) Quick Hit: The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (“OFCCP”) has issued a final rule significantly revising the regulations implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
OFCCP Issues Rule Eliminating Many Disability-Related Obligations
Quick Hit: The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (“OFCCP”) has issued a final rule significantly revising the regulations implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Although the rule is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on August 21, 2026, it is a final rule—not a proposed regulation.
EEOC Moves to End Demographic Reporting—But Employers Should Not Change Course Yet
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has taken a significant step toward dismantling one of the federal government’s longest standing employment reporting requirements. On July 21, 2026, the EEOC voted 2-1 to issue a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would rescind regulations requiring employers and other covered entities to file annual workforce demographic reports, including the EEO-1 report submitted by most private employers with 100 or more employees.
EEOC Moves to End Demographic Reporting—But Employers Should Not Change Course Yet
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has taken a significant step toward dismantling one of the federal government’s longest standing employment reporting requirements. On July 21, 2026, the EEOC voted 2-1 to issue a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would rescind regulations requiring employers and other covered entities to file annual workforce demographic reports, including the EEO-1 report submitted by most private employers with 100 or more employees.
What Colorado AI Law's Major Rewrite Means For Employers
Colorado's landmark artificial intelligence law, the most comprehensive in the country, has been replaced before it ever took effect. After years of concern over the implications of Colorado's Concerning Consumer Protections in Interactions with AI Systems law, which was set to take effect on June 30, Gov.
Law360 | The Practice of Law
By Guy Brenner, Justin Chuang and Andrew Landesman · June 9, 2026, 4:34 PM EDT Colorado's landmark artificial intelligence law, the most comprehensive in the country, has been replaced before it ever took effect.... To view the full article, register now.
What Colorado AI Law's Major Rewrite Means For Employers
By Guy Brenner, Justin Chuang and Andrew Landesman ( June 9, 2026, 4:34 PM EDT) -- Colorado's landmark artificial intelligence law, the most comprehensive in the country, has been replaced before it ever took effect.... Law360 is on it, so you are, too. A Law360 subscription puts you at the center of fast-moving legal issues, trends and developments so you can act with speed and confidence.
Connecticut Enacts New AI Law: What Employers Need To Know
Quick Hit Connecticut has become the latest state to enact legislation regulating the use of artificial intelligence as it relates to employment. On May 27, 2026, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont signed Senate Bill 5 (“SB 5”), formally titled the “Connecticut Artificial Intelligence Responsibility and Transparency Act,” into law.
Connecticut Enacts New AI Law: What Employers Need To Know
Connecticut has become the latest state to enact legislation regulating the use of artificial intelligence as it relates to employment. On May 27, 2026, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont signed Senate Bill 5 (“SB 5”), formally titled the “Connecticut Artificial Intelligence Responsibility and Transparency Act,” into law.
Colorado’s AI Law Gets Major Rewrite – What Now For Employers?
Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: within Insurance topic(s) Quick Hit Colorado’s landmark artificial intelligence law, previously covered here, has been replaced before it ever took effect.
What Now For Employers After Colorado’s AI Law Gets Major Rewrite
Quick Hit Colorado’s landmark artificial intelligence law, previously covered here, has been replaced before it ever took effect.
Labor & Employment Law Daily Wrap Up , EXPERT INSIGHTS—Florida's new DEI ban for local governments: what contractors and vendors need to know , (May 21, 2026)
EXPERT INSIGHTS—Florida's new DEI ban for local governments: what contractors and vendors need to know By Guy Brenner and Jurate Schwartz of Proskauer Rose LLP Quick Hit: Florida has enacted a sweeping new law (CS/CS/SB 1134) that prohibits counties and municipalities from funding, promoting, or taking any official action relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion ("DEI"), including indirectly through con ...
Florida’s New DEI Ban For Local Governments: What Contractors And Vendors Need To Know
Guy Brenner’s articles from Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Technology industries Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: within Insurance topic(s) Quick Hit: Florida has enacted a sweeping new law (CS/CS/SB 1134) that prohibits counties and municipalities from funding, promoting, or taking any official action relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”), including indirectly through contractors, vendors, and grant recipients.
Florida’s New DEI Ban for Local Governments: What Contractors and Vendors Need to Know
Quick Hit: Florida has enacted a sweeping new law (CS/CS/SB 1134) that prohibits counties and municipalities from funding, promoting, or taking any official action relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”), including indirectly through contractors, vendors, and grant recipients. The law takes effect January 1, 2027.
Florida’s New DEI Ban for Local Governments: What Contractors and Vendors Need to Know
Quick Hit: Florida has enacted a sweeping new law (CS/CS/SB 1134) that prohibits counties and municipalities from funding, promoting, or taking any official action relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”), including indirectly through contractors, vendors, and grant recipients. The law takes effect January 1, 2027.
Major Developments Put Colorado’s AI Law on Ice Ahead of Implementation
As the June 30, 2026 effective date of Colorado’s burdensome AI law rapidly approaches, there are new developments that complicate its implementation and raise questions about whether it will ever be implemented in its current form. First, on April 27, 2026, a federal magistrate judge stayed enforcement of Colorado’s Anti-Discrimination in AI Law (the “CO AI Law”).
Major Developments Put Colorado’s AI Law on Ice Ahead of Implementation
As the June 30, 2026 effective date of Colorado’s burdensome AI law rapidly approaches, there are new developments that complicate its implementation and raise questions about whether it will ever be implemented in its current form. First, on April 27, 2026, a federal magistrate judge stayed enforcement of Colorado’s Anti-Discrimination in AI Law (the “CO AI Law”).
Labor & Employment Law Daily Wrap Up , EXPERT INSIGHTS—DOJ resolves first DEI-related False Claims Act matter with IBM For $17 Million , (May 6, 2026)
Articles Law Firms Organizations Law Firms Mentioned:Proskauer Rose Organizations Mentioned:Proskauer Rose, LLP By Guy Brenner and Rachel Edelson of Proskauer Rose LLP Quick Hit: On April 10, 2026, the Department of Justice ("DOJ") announced the first False Claims Act ("FCA") resolution secured under its Civil Rights Fraud Initiative. The settlement resolves allegations that International Business Machines Corporat ... You have no more complimentary views available this month.
FAR Council’s PRA Request For New Contractor Anti-DEI Requirement Raises Speculation About Annual Information Collection
Guy Brenner’s articles from Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Business & Consumer Services, Technology and Construction & Engineering industries Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: within Insurance topic(s) Quick Hit: On April 17, 2026, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (the “FAR Council”) submitted a justification pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act (“PRA”), seeking emergency clearance from the Office of Management and Budget (“OMB”) to permit...
FAR Council Begins Rapid Implementation Of New Contractor DEI Restrictions To New And Existing Contracts
Guy Brenner’s articles from Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Business & Consumer Services, Technology and Construction & Engineering industries Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: within Insurance topic(s) Quick Hit: On April 17, 2026, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (the “FAR Council”) commenced implementation of Executive Order 14398 (“the Order”).
Trump Order Prohibiting Contractors’ “Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities” Challenged In Federal Lawsuit
Guy Brenner’s articles from Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Business & Consumer Services, Technology and Construction & Engineering industries Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: within Insurance topic(s) Quick Hit: A complaint has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, contending that President Trump’s recent Executive Order (the “Order”) barring contractors from engaging in “racially discriminatory DEI activities” violates...
Federal Government Intervenes In Case Seeking To Invalidate Colorado AI Law
Guy Brenner’s articles from Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Business & Consumer Services, Technology and Construction & Engineering industries Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: within Insurance topic(s) Quick Hit: On April 24, 2026, the Department of Justice intervened in a lawsuit filed by xAI, a company owned by Elon Musk, challenging the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (the “AI Act”).
DOJ Resolves First DEI-Related False Claims Act Matter With IBM For $17 Million
Guy Brenner’s articles from Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Business & Consumer Services, Technology and Construction & Engineering industries Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: within Insurance topic(s) Quick Hit: On April 10, 2026, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) announced the first False Claims Act (“FCA”) resolution secured under its Civil Rights Fraud Initiative.
New Executive Order Targets “Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities” By Federal Contractors And Subcontractors
PR Proskauer Rose LLP More The world’s leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. Our top tier team of star trial attorneys, acclaimed transactional lawyers and exceptionally talented partners and associates have earned a reputation for the relentless pursuit of perfection and a dauntless pursuit of success.
Proposal Will Require Federal Grant Recipients To Certify DEI Compliance Requirements To Register With System For Award Management
Guy Brenner’s articles from Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Business & Consumer Services, Technology and Construction & Engineering industries Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: within Insurance topic(s) Quick Hit: A proposed change to the certification required for registration with the System for Award Management (“SAM”), if adopted, will expand the certifications required for entities applying for or receiving grants, cooperative agreements, or...
Colorado Takes A Major Step Towards Rewriting Its AI Law As Its Effective Date Approaches
Guy Brenner’s articles from Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Business & Consumer Services, Technology and Construction & Engineering industries Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: within Insurance topic(s) Quick Hit: In 2024, Colorado enacted the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (the “AI Act”), the most comprehensive measure regulating the use of AI in the nation.
Colorado Takes a Major Step Towards Rewriting Its AI Law As Its Effective Date Approaches
Quick Hit: In 2024, Colorado enacted the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (the “AI Act”), the most comprehensive measure regulating the use of AI in the nation.
Federal Government Intervenes in Case Seeking To Invalidate Colorado AI Law
Quick Hit: On April 24, 2026, the Department of Justice intervened in a lawsuit filed by xAI, a company owned by Elon Musk, challenging the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (the “AI Act”). If successful, the effort could prevent or delay the implementation of the AI Act, which is set to take effect on June 30, 2026. Key Takeaway: The AI Act has been a source of concern for employers (and other entities utilizing AI) since it was enacted in 2024.
Colorado Takes a Major Step Towards Rewriting Its AI Law As Its Effective Date Approaches
Quick Hit: In 2024, Colorado enacted the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (the “AI Act”), the most comprehensive measure regulating the use of AI in the nation.
Colorado Takes a Major Step Towards Rewriting Its AI Law As Its Effective Date Approaches
Quick Hit: In 2024, Colorado enacted the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (the “AI Act”), the most comprehensive measure regulating the use of AI in the nation.
FAR Council’s PRA Request for New Contractor Anti-DEI Requirement Raises Speculation About Annual Information Collection
Quick Hit: On April 17, 2026, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (the “FAR Council”) submitted a justification pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act (“PRA”), seeking emergency clearance from the Office of Management and Budget (“OMB”) to permit collection of information to comply with Executive Order 14398 (the “Order”), “which prohibits contractors from engaging in any racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities….” The request provides an estimate of...
FAR Council Begins Rapid Implementation of New Contractor DEI Restrictions to New and Existing Contracts
Quick Hit: On April 17, 2026, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (the “FAR Council”) commenced implementation of Executive Order 14398 (“the Order”).
Trump Order Prohibiting Contractors’ “Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities” Challenged in Federal Lawsuit
Quick Hit: A complaint has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, contending that President Trump’s recent Executive Order (the “Order”) barring contractors from engaging in “racially discriminatory DEI activities” violates First Amendment free speech and freedom of association rights of federal contractors, and exceeds the President’s authority under the Procurement Act.
DOJ Resolves First DEI-Related False Claims Act Matter with IBM for $17 Million
Quick Hit: On April 10, 2026, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) announced the first False Claims Act (“FCA”) resolution secured under its Civil Rights Fraud Initiative.
DOJ Resolves First DEI-Related False Claims Act Matter with IBM for $17 Million
Quick Hit: On April 10, 2026, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) announced the first False Claims Act (“FCA”) resolution secured under its Civil Rights Fraud Initiative.
Proposal Will Require Federal Grant Recipients to Certify DEI Compliance Requirements to Register with System for Award Management
Quick Hit: A proposed change to the certification required for registration with the System for Award Management (“SAM”), if adopted, will expand the certifications required for entities applying for or receiving grants, cooperative agreements, or financial assistance such as loans, insurance, and direct appropriations from the federal government.
Proposal Will Require Federal Grant Recipients to Certify DEI Compliance Requirements to Register with System for Award Management
Quick Hit: A proposed change to the certification required for registration with the System for Award Management (“SAM”), if adopted, will expand the certifications required for entities applying for or receiving grants, cooperative agreements, or financial assistance such as loans, insurance, and direct appropriations from the federal government.
Proposal Will Require Federal Grant Recipients to Certify DEI Compliance Requirements to Register with System for Award Management
Quick Hit: A proposed change to the certification required for registration with the System for Award Management (“SAM”), if adopted, will expand the certifications required for entities applying for or receiving grants, cooperative agreements, or financial assistance such as loans, insurance, and direct appropriations from the federal government.
What President Trump’s AI Executive Order 14365 Means For Employers
On December 11, 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14365, “Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence” (the “EO”). The order identifies “excessive state regulation” as an obstacle to the Administration’s policy of “sustain[ing] and enhanc[ing] the United States’ global AI dominance through a minimally burdensome national policy framework for AI” (the “AI Policy”).
What President Trump’s AI Executive Order 14365 Means for Employers
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New EO Targets "Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities" By Federal Contractors And Subcontractors
PR Proskauer Rose LLP More The world’s leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. Our top tier team of star trial attorneys, acclaimed transactional lawyers and exceptionally talented partners and associates have earned a reputation for the relentless pursuit of perfection and a dauntless pursuit of success.
New EO Targets “Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities” by Federal Contractors and Subcontractors
Quick Hit: On March 26, 2026, President Trump signed an Executive Order titled “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors” (the “Order”) which mandates the inclusion of a new clause (the “Clause”) in all covered federal contracts and contract-like instruments prohibiting federal contractors from engaging in “racially discriminatory DEI activities.” The Order directs agencies to enforce the Clause’s requirements through contract cancellation, termination, or suspension, as well as...
New Executive Order Targets “Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities” by Federal Contractors and Subcontractors
Quick Hit: On March 26, 2026, President Trump signed an Executive Order titled “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors” (the “Order”) which mandates the inclusion of a new clause (the “Clause”) in all covered federal contracts and contract-like instruments prohibiting federal contractors from engaging in “racially discriminatory DEI activities.” The Order directs agencies to enforce the Clause’s requirements through contract cancellation, termination, or suspension, as well as...
New Executive Order Targets “Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities” by Federal Contractors and Subcontractors Blog Government Contractor Compliance & Regulatory Update
Quick Hit: On March 26, 2026, President Trump signed an Executive Order titled “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors” (the “Order”) which mandates the inclusion of a new clause (the “Clause”) in all covered federal contracts and contract-like instruments prohibiting federal contractors from engaging in “racially discriminatory DEI activities.” The Order directs agencies to enforce the Clause’s requirements through contract cancellation, termination, or suspension, as well as...
What President Trump’s AI Executive Order 14365 Means For Employers
PR Proskauer Rose LLP More The world’s leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. Our top tier team of star trial attorneys, acclaimed transactional lawyers and exceptionally talented partners and associates have earned a reputation for the relentless pursuit of perfection and a dauntless pursuit of success.
OFCCP Reorganizes Remaining Staff Following Dramatic Downsizing
Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Banking & Credit industries OFCCP is undergoing yet another significant organizational shift, as the agency's director recently announced a restructuring plan for its remaining workforce. This development signals the latest chapter in the OFCCP's transformation under the Trump Administration.
VETS-4212 Data Now Available On New DOL Open Data Portal
Proskauer Rose LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Banking & Credit industries The U.S. Department of Labor ("DOL") recently launched its new Open Data Portal, which "helps bring the department into alignment with the OPEN Government Data Act of 2019 and the Federal Data Strategy established during President Trump's first administration." Of note for federal contractors, the portal includes data from VETS-4212 Reports previously filed with the Veterans' Employment and...
Following Dramatic Downsizing OFCCP Reorganizes Remaining Staff
OFCCP is undergoing yet another significant organizational shift, as the agency’s director recently announced a restructuring plan for its remaining workforce. This development signals the latest chapter in the OFCCP’s transformation under the Trump Administration.
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