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Lawsuits against universities in the Commonwealth alleging violations of the MWA for paying employees monthly without their permission are seeking damages and fees.

Under a new provision in MA’s 2026 budget, certain colleges and universities and healthcare organizations can adjust their wage payment systems and be protected from these suits filed between 07.01.24 and 09.30.28.

Employers should consider adjusting their wage payment practices to take advantage of this temporary legislative reprieve.

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On June 30, 2025, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey gave partial approval to the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which included a new provision that offers certain higher education institutions and nonprofit healthcare organizations in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts temporary

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