HR Knowledge Blog HR-Alert: Colorado Employment Law Update

There have been several updates to Colorado's employment law landscape, with significant changes beginning on January 1, 2024. Colorado employers should be aware of the following key changes detailed below: Covered employees may begin to take leave under Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program as of January 1, 2024 Colorado's current Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers to disclose salary information on job postings, along with providing various notice requirements to current employees. Recent amendments expanded the requirement to disclose information about promotions and other internal opportunities. These amendments will take effect on January 1, 2024 Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA) which prohibits employers from requesting age-related information from job applicants. JAFA will take effect on July 1, 2024 Paid Family and Medical Leave Covered employees are entitled to up to 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave per year, with an additional 4 weeks provided for a serious health condition related to pregnancy or childbirth complications. Employers and employees began contributing to the program in 2023, and covered employees may begin to take leave...