An Act relative to the notification of large job layoffs
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires companies in Massachusetts that plan to lay off a significant number of employees to provide advance notice to the state. The goal is to give workers and local communities time to prepare for job losses and potentially find new employment. The bill also mandates that the company provide information about the reasons for the layoff and any assistance being offered to affected workers. It aims to increase transparency and support for those impacted by large-scale job reductions.
Key provisions
- Companies must notify the state of planned layoffs of 50 or more employees.
- Notifications must include the number of employees affected, the reasons for the layoff, and any assistance being offered.
- The state can provide guidance and support to affected workers and communities.
- The bill establishes a timeline for providing notice before a layoff occurs.
- It requires companies to offer outplacement services where feasible.
- The Department of Labor and Workforce Development will oversee the implementation of the notification requirements.
- The bill intends to ensure that layoffs are conducted in a manner that minimizes negative impacts on workers and the economy.
Who is affected
- Employers in Massachusetts
- Employees facing potential layoffs
- Massachusetts communities impacted by job losses
- The Department of Labor and Workforce Development
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Primary sponsor
Daniel J. Hunt
Cosponsor
Daniel J. Hunt
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