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LUCHANSKY LAW ALERT: Federal Labor Rollbacks Impacting Maryland Employers

What’s Happening: The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed rolling back or repealing more than 60 federal regulations deemed “obsolete” by the Trump administration. These changes are now in the public comment phase. AP News: Trump’s Labor Department proposes more than 60 rule changes in a push to deregulate workplaces(https://apnews.com/article/223309692fecb3721ef377154e7689ed) Washington Post: Trump to cut protections for home health aides, migrant farmworkers(https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/07/02/trump-labor-department/) ABC News: Trump’s Labor Department pushes deregulation effort(https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/trumps-labor-department-proposes-60-rule-push-deregulate-123949631) Key Proposed Changes: Maryland-Specific Impacts: Home Health Care WagesMaryland’s $15/hour minimum wage still applies. However, federal rollback of overtime rules may impact scheduling and classification. Construction & Mining SafetyRemoving OSHA and MSHA mandates may increase liability if state standards aren’t updated or enforced. H‑2A Farm WorkersMaryland farms could lose protection under repealed federal rules, with no comparable state statutes in place. Recommended Action Items for MD Employers:Home care agencies: Review overtime exemptions and scheduling. Construction/mining: Document safety practices around lighting and ventilation. H‑2A employers: Revisit transport protocols and strengthen anti-retaliation safeguards. All employers: Monitor federal rulemaking and potential legal challenges. Contact us today to discuss how these proposed changes may impact your business. (410) 522-1020 | info@luchanskylaw.com | www.luchanskylaw.com About Luchansky Law Luchansky Law is a premier labor and employment law firm committed to providing exceptional legal representation and client service. Founded in 2004 by Bruce Luchansky, the firm offers a wide range of legal services to businesses and individuals, focusing on workplace issues, employment disputes, and compliance. Luchansky Law is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of diligence, professionalism, and compassion in its practice.

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Navigating the DOL New Overtime Rule

On January 1, 2020, a new U.S. Department of Labor final rule will extend overtime pay thresholds.  The rule raises the standard salary level from $455 to $684 a week, the equivalent to $35,548 per year for full time workers.  Employees earning less than the new imposed threshold are eligible for overtime pay of at least time and a half. The final rule further raises the annual compensation requirement for highly compensated employees to $107,432 per year.  The final rule further allows the use of annual nondiscretionary bonuses, incentive payments and commissions to fulfill up to 10% of the standard salary level. The rule will change the earnings thresholds needed to provide exemption to FSLA’s minimum wage and overtime pay requirements for executive, administrative and professional employees. Employees Who May Qualify for Overtime Under the New Rule Employees receiving a W-2 tax form. Hourly wage employees. Repetitive, manual labor employees. Employees earning less than $35,000 annually Maryland employers will be affected by DOL’s new rule and should devise a strategy to prepare.  Some employers may opt to reclassify their employees to avoid the rise in payroll costs.  These employers should provide clear communication with their employees and pay close attention to record keeping including tracking of time, overtime and bonuses.  If your company is facing an impact from the Fair Labor Standards Act’s newest rule, contact Luchansky Law to schedule an initial consultation.

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