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GA HB411
GA HB411Labor and industrial relations; hiring process of applicant; prohibit employer from seeking salary history information
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Introduced
02/14/2023
02/14/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024
03/28/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 1 of Title 34 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions of labor and industrial relations, so as to prohibit an employer from seeking salary history information about an applicant during the hiring process; to provide for definitions; to provide for applicability and exceptions; to require employers to make certain disclosures in job postings; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits employers in Georgia from seeking or relying on an applicant's salary history during the hiring process, with some exceptions. It also requires employers to disclose the compensation range and benefits for each job posting, and to make reasonable efforts to announce promotion opportunities to current employees. The key terms defined in the bill include "applicant," "employer," "public employer," and "salary history." The bill aims to prevent employers from using salary history to determine compensation, and to increase transparency in the hiring and promotion processes.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 02/16/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/64370 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/214590 |
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