H4208
An Act relative to damages for employees aggrieved by violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act
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Bill overview
This bill aims to allow employees who have been harmed by violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act to recover additional damages beyond what is currently available. It seeks to strengthen penalties for employers who fail to comply with wage laws, providing greater recourse for employees affected by wage theft or other violations. The bill proposes expanding the types of damages an employee can receive, potentially increasing compensation for losses suffered. It builds upon existing efforts to protect worker rights and ensure fair wages in Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- Allows employees to seek additional damages in cases of Wage Act violations.
- Expands the scope of recoverable damages.
- Potentially increases the amount of compensation available to employees.
- Reinforces the enforcement of Massachusetts wage laws.
Who is affected
- Employees
- Employers
- Labor and Workforce Development agencies
Notable changes
- Likely increases the potential financial recovery for employees affected by wage violations.
- May broaden the interpretation of ‘violations’ under the Wage Act.
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Primary sponsor
Angelo J. Puppolo Jr.
Cosponsor
Angelo J. Puppolo Jr.
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Bill H.4208 194th (Current)
An Act relative to damages for employees aggrieved by violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act
By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., relative to damages for employees aggrieved by violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.4208
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/15/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 6/5/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development |
| 6/9/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/28/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-1 |
| 1/27/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/12/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5209 |
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