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Salary Transparency Act: New Rights for Employees and Applicants

This act aims to increase wage transparency. Employers will be required to disclose salary ranges in job postings and upon request from employees or applicants. This should help citizens make more informed career decisions and negotiate better terms.
Key points
Employers must disclose salary ranges in job advertisements.
Applicants and employees can request information on the wage range for a position.
Retaliation against individuals for exercising their right to wage information is prohibited.
Violations can result in financial penalties for employers and damages for affected individuals.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6850
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Salary Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6850.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employers must disclose salary ranges in job advertisements.
  • Applicants and employees can request information on the wage range for a position.
  • Retaliation against individuals for exercising their right to wage information is prohibited.
  • Violations can result in financial penalties for employers and damages for affected individuals.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Labor