Are you doing business in the state of Massachusetts? Below are the mandates you need to be aware of
When running a business there’s a lot to keep track of. So to keep you two steps ahead, use our guide to keep your company compliant with all of the mandates that exist in Massachusetts so you can stay focused on growing your team and exceeding your business goals.
Retirement rules for the state’s non-profits
The state of Massachusetts requires non-profit organizations with 20 or fewer employees to offer a retirement benefits plan. Learn more
Workers’ comp mandate
Did you know that the state of Massachusetts requires almost all businesses with 1+ employees to provide a workers’ compensation policy?
- For more information, please see our guide to Massachusetts workers’ compensation insurance
- Or visit our partner NEXT to receive a workers’ compensation quote. Visit NEXT for a quote
Paid family leave required
Most employees in Massachusetts are eligible for paid family leave. In most cases, it can be used to manage a serious personal illness, care for a sick family member, childbirth or adoption, or manage family affairs while a family member is on active military duty. Learn more in our PFML guide.
Sexual harassment training
Though harassment training is not required in the state of Massachusetts, it is highly recommended.
- For more information, please see our employer’s guide to sexual harassment training
- Or visit our partner, Traliant, to purchase the training. Learn about Traliant
State registration
If you employ an employee in the state of Massachusetts, you are required to set up state unemployment and withholding accounts. If you would like to streamline this process and take it off your plate, please visit our partner, Middesk to learn more.
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Jon Davis is the Sr. Content Marketing Manager at OnPay. He has over 15 years of experience writing for small and growing businesses. Jon lives and works in Atlanta.