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PA HB942

PA HB942
Further providing for notification; providing for duty of employer; and imposing criminal and civil penalties.


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Introduced
04/17/2023
In Committee
04/17/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.637, No.329), entitled "An act relating to the payment of wages or compensation for labor or services; providing for regular pay days; conferring powers and duties upon the Department of Labor and Industry, including powers and duties with respect to the civil collection of wages; providing civil and criminal penalties for violations of the act; providing for their collection and disposition and providing for additional civil damages," further providing for notification; providing for duty of employer; and imposing criminal and civil penalties.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Wage Payment and Collection Law to further provide for notification requirements for employers. It requires employers to notify employees at the time of hiring about the time and place of payment, rate of pay, and any fringe benefits or wage supplements. Employers must also provide employees with a summary of the law and any applicable regulations. Failure to provide this notice or to post the required summary can result in a summary offense fine of up to $500. Additionally, the time limit for collecting unpaid wages or liquidated damages is extended if an employer fails to provide the required notice or posting. The bill aims to improve transparency and employee awareness of their rights under the Wage Payment and Collection Law.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (33)

Last Action

Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY (on 04/17/2023)

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