HB 4295
Labor: fair employment practices; requirements to obtain a fair paycheck workplace certificate; provide for. Creates new act.
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Bill overview
This bill creates the "Fair Paycheck Workplace Certificate Act," requiring certain employers to obtain a certificate from the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Employers must submit detailed information about their employees and payroll to demonstrate that there isn't a significant pay disparity based on protected characteristics like race, religion, or gender. Employers who falsely claim to have the certificate will face civil fines, and the department will maintain a public database of certified employers. The act aims to ensure fair compensation practices and prevent discriminatory pay practices.
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