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This bill introduces new workplace regulations regarding wage transparency in Alaska, requiring employers to disclose salary ranges in job postings and prohibiting them from restricting employees' rights to discuss compensation. Specifically, employers must include salary information in job advertisements, cannot prevent employees or job applicants from discussing wages or asking about compensation, and are barred from retaliating against workers who exercise these rights. The bill establishes that employees who are discharged, disciplined, or discriminated against for discussing wages can file civil claims for damages, including lost wages and reinstatement. Employers found in violation can be fined between $100 and $2,000 per violation, with the potential for multiple daily violations. The law applies broadly to state employers, including the University of Alaska, Alaska Railroad Corporation, and other political subdivisions, and covers natural persons employed by these entities (excluding independent contractors). Employers must also post a summary of these wage disclosure requirements in a conspicuous location at the workplace. The bill provides a three-year statute of limitations for filing claims and allows the commissioner to reduce fines if an employer conducts a good-faith internal audit to correct potential violations.

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