ASAToday for September 30, 2026

EEOC RESCINDS GUIDANCE ON EMPLOYERS’ USE OF ARREST AND CONVICTION RECORDS IN EMPLOYMENT DECISIONS AMAZON PREGNANCY DISCRIMINATION LAWSUIT TESTS FEDERAL ACCOMMODATION REQUIREMENTS What Federal Protections Do Pregnant Workers Currently Receive Under Law? 

The Senate recessed early this week, and our next update will not be distributed until after the midterm elections.

The Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act, which would establish federal standards for college athletes’ name, image, and likeness (NIL) agreements, among other provisions. Majority Leader Thune (R-SD) filed cloture last…

The White House announced Friday evening that President Trump intends to rescind approximately $800 million in FY 2026 congressionally appropriated funding, invoking authorities under the Congressional Impoundment Control Act. The targeted funding…

The parties have paused negotiations on a permitting reform bill that would have unfrozen wind and solar projects in exchange for a new, streamlined federal permit review process.  The bill could be…