S 1313
An Act encouraging employer integrity in hiring
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase penalties for employers who intentionally provide false information about an employee's or a job applicant's employment or citizenship history. The legislation seeks to deter employers from submitting inaccurate documents during the hiring process. It focuses on ensuring the integrity of employment records and protecting individuals from potential discrimination based on false information. The bill was referred to the Labor and Workforce Development committee and subsequently heard.
Key provisions
- Increases penalties for employers who knowingly falsify employment or citizenship documents.
- Addresses inaccuracies in hiring documentation.
- Aims to prevent discrimination based on false employment history.
- Relates to labor and workforce development matters.
- The bill was subject to a hearing on October 8, 2025.
Who is affected
- Employers
- Job applicants
- Employees
- Human resources professionals
- Labor and workforce development agencies
Notable changes
- Introduces stricter penalties for falsifying employment or citizenship documents.
- Specifically targets the provision of inaccurate information during the hiring process.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Ryan C. Fattman
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Ryan C. Fattman
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Bill S.1313 194th (Current)
An Act encouraging employer integrity in hiring
By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1313) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to the penalty for employers who knowingly falsify employment or citizenship documents. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Ryan C. Fattman
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1313
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-5:00 PM in B-1 |
| 10/8/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:15 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/8/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2809 |
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