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Salary Transparency Act: Open Pay Ranges in Job Postings

This act aims to increase wage transparency. Employers will be required to disclose salary ranges in job postings and upon employee request, facilitating negotiations and ensuring equal opportunities. This should help citizens make informed career and financial decisions.
Key points
Employers must disclose wage ranges in public or internal job postings.
Employers must disclose wage ranges to applicants before discussing compensation and upon request.
Employees have the right to know the wage range for their position upon hire, annually, and upon request.
Employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees or applicants for exercising these rights.
Violations can result in civil penalties for employers and damages for affected employees or applicants.
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Additional Information
Salary Transparency Act
Print number: HR 1599
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-03-14
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Salary Transparency Act: Open Pay Ranges in Job Postings

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 1599.

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 2023-03-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employers must disclose wage ranges in public or internal job postings.
  • Employers must disclose wage ranges to applicants before discussing compensation and upon request.
  • Employees have the right to know the wage range for their position upon hire, annually, and upon request.
  • Employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees or applicants for exercising these rights.
  • Violations can result in civil penalties for employers and damages for affected employees or applicants.

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 the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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