Bill > S0070

This bill requires employers to provide new employees with a comprehensive written notice at the start of their employment that details critical workplace information. Specifically, the notice must include the employee's pay rate and payment method, any allowances for meals or lodging, the employer's policies on leave and holidays, the employee's employment status (including exempt/non-exempt status for minimum wage and overtime), potential paycheck deductions, pay period details, employer's legal and operating names, physical and mailing addresses, and contact information. Employers must keep a signed copy of this notice from each employee acknowledging receipt. Violations of this requirement will result in a $400 fine for the first two infractions, with escalating penalties for subsequent violations. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, giving employers time to prepare and implement the new documentation requirements. This legislation aims to increase transparency and provide workers with clear, upfront information about their employment terms and compensation.

Labor and Employment

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