New Requirements for Illinois Employers: Criminal Records, Equal Pay Certifications and Workforce Data

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker recently signed into law Senate Bill 1480 (Illinois Public Act 101-0656), which took effect immediately. In three important respects, the Bill introduced new requirements for Illinois employers. Illinois employers should evaluate and update their employment policies and decision-making processes to ensure compliance with these enactments. In this Legal Update, we provide an overview of key components of this legislation as well as recommended steps for employers to comply with these new requirements.