Bill > S05828

This bill aims to protect job applicants by prohibiting employers from asking about salary expectations during the hiring process. Specifically, employers are barred from relying on salary expectations when deciding whether to offer employment, from requesting salary history as a condition of interviewing or employment, and from retaliating against applicants who do not disclose their salary expectations. The bill allows applicants to voluntarily disclose salary expectations and permits employers to confirm salary expectations only after making a job offer. Additionally, the bill requires employers to provide benefit information upon an applicant's request. Job applicants who experience violations can file civil actions to seek damages and potentially receive attorneys' fees. The definition of "employer" is broad, covering not just private companies but also public entities, employment agencies, and recruiters. The bill includes protections to ensure applicants are not penalized for seeking information or filing complaints, and it does not override existing laws that may require salary history disclosure. The legislation will take effect 90 days after becoming law, and the department responsible will conduct a public awareness campaign to inform employers about the new requirements.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5828