The state of Colorado has enacted new legislation that amends various laws and regulations.
House Bill 25-1001 amends hour and wage laws, prohibiting an employer from making payroll deductions that reduces non-exempt employees’ pay to a level that falls beneath the applicable minimum wage. It also prohibits employers from taking adverse action against workers or employees for filing complaints, testifying or providing other evidence in a proceeding, or raising good faith concerns about providing details about rights under laws or rules related to hours or wages.
The bill adjusts the definition of employer to include anyone who controls or owns at least 25% of the ownership interest in the employer. It also exempts any minority owner who delegates day-to-day operational authority. It will go into effect on August 6, 2025.
Additional legislation extends the maximum duration of paid family and medical leave for an employee whose child is receiving inpatient care within a NICU (neonatal intensive care unit). It increases the maximum from 12 weeks to 24 weeks and goes into effect January 1, 2026.
This article is informational and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with an employment lawyer or accountant for additional clarification on how these changes impact your company.
