As of July 1, 2025, several new laws have taken effect that will impact employers and employees in Vermont:

Wage Disclosure: Beginning July 1, employers with five or more employees must disclose in their written advertisements for Vermont job openings the compensation (or range of compensation) they expect to pay for the position at the time they create the advertisement. This may result in reduced wage disparities and help employers attract and retain talented workers. On June 24, industry and legal experts broke down the new law, and a panel guided attendees through the key requirements, compliance strategies, and what this means for their organization’s HR policies and job postings. Watch the recording here.

Unpaid Leave: Effective July 1, employers must accommodate an expanded, more inclusive definition of family and additional types of leave, including bereavement and safe leave. This may result in a broader range of leave requests, potentially impacting staffing and cost of operation. Read more.