Bill > HB619

This bill amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to provide employees with the right to take paid time off to vote, ensuring workers can participate in elections without financial penalty. Under the new law, employees are entitled to up to two hours of paid leave to vote, which can be taken at the beginning or end of their regular work shift, based on what provides the most convenient voting time. Employees must notify their employer at least two working days in advance if they plan to use this voting leave, and the employer is prohibited from asking about the employee's voting preferences or party affiliation. Employers must post a notice about this voting leave at least 10 days before an election, with the Secretary of the Commonwealth developing a uniform, multilingual notice to be made available online. If an employer refuses to grant voting leave, penalizes an employee for using this right, or otherwise violates the law, they can be fined between $100 and $500 per violation. Employees may be required to provide proof of voting, such as a signed or stamped document from an election official, and could have their wages deducted if they fail to vote after taking time off. The bill takes effect immediately, providing Pennsylvania workers with a clear legal right to time off for voting.

Labor and Employment

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