Bill > A01289

This bill aims to address wage transparency and fairness by prohibiting employers from asking job applicants about their salary expectations during the hiring process. Specifically, employers are banned from relying on salary expectations when deciding whether to offer employment, determining wages, or requiring such information as a condition of being interviewed or considered for a job. The bill also protects job applicants from retaliation if they do not disclose salary expectations or file a complaint about such practices. Employers are still allowed to confirm salary expectations only after making a job offer, and applicants can voluntarily disclose their salary expectations without prompting. Additionally, the bill requires employers to provide benefit information to job applicants upon request. Applicants who experience violations can file civil actions to seek damages and attorneys' fees. The law broadly defines "employer" to include public and private entities, and it does not supersede existing laws requiring salary history disclosure. The bill will take effect 90 days after becoming law, and the department responsible will conduct a public awareness campaign to inform employers about the new provisions.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1289