On June 29, 2026, Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro signed House Bill No. 1877 into law, making it Act No. 19 of 2026. The law took effect immediately and allows Pennsylvania schools to issue the official Pennsylvania Seal of Biliteracy to any graduating high school student who demonstrates proficiency in English and at least one other world language, subject to PDE’s established criteria. PDE … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Authorizes Seal of Biliteracy Program for Eligible High School Graduates
NLRB Signals Permissive Stance on Non-Compete Enforcement
On June 26, 2026, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Division of Advice released an Advice Memo regarding the lawfulness of an employer’s non-compete enforcement action. The Memo concludes that the employer’s non-compete does not violate the National Labor Relations Act (Act) and, accordingly, recommends dismissal of the charge against the employer. Below, KingSpry’s Employment Law … [Read more...] about NLRB Signals Permissive Stance on Non-Compete Enforcement
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Move to Protect Homeowners’ Access to Solar Energy: What HOAs Need to Know
On July 1, 2026, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill No. 1239 in a 109-93 vote. If enacted, the Bill would prevent condominium and homeowners’ associations from prohibiting or restricting owners’ installation and use of solar energy systems on detached roofs. The goal, said Representative Liz Hanbidge, is “to ensure homeowners in residences ruled by an HOA [have] the … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Lawmakers Move to Protect Homeowners’ Access to Solar Energy: What HOAs Need to Know
DOL Opinion on FLSA: Am I Obligated to Pay Employees for Pre-Shift Work?
On May 28, 2026, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) issued an opinion letter addressing several questions about a public hospital’s compensation practices. The WHD expressed that the hospital’s failure to pay employees for compensable pre-shift work and its rounding practices raise serious questions as to its compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act … [Read more...] about DOL Opinion on FLSA: Am I Obligated to Pay Employees for Pre-Shift Work?
What School Leaders Should Know About Proposed Changes to Pennsylvania’s Special Education Contingency Fund
On June 22, 2026, House Bill 2307 was referred to the Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee for consideration after passing the House. Its passage would provide additional fiscal support to schools for special education-related costs via the Special Education Contingency Fund. The Special Education Contingency Fund (the “Fund”) was established under 24 P.S. § 25-2509.8 for the … [Read more...] about What School Leaders Should Know About Proposed Changes to Pennsylvania’s Special Education Contingency Fund
Supreme Court Upholds State Laws Prohibiting Transgender Female Athletes from Competing in Women’s Sports
On June 30, 2026, the Supreme Court of the United States issued an opinion in two critical cases, Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J., both challenging state laws prohibiting transgender female athletes from competing in female-designated sports. KingSpry’s Education Law Attorney and Managing Partner, Jessica F. Moyer, Esq., breaks down the cases, highlights key aspects of the Court’s … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Upholds State Laws Prohibiting Transgender Female Athletes from Competing in Women’s Sports
