Bill > S2136

This bill requires employers and third-party job posting companies to provide more transparency in job advertisements by disclosing whether a posting is for an existing vacancy or an anticipated one, and if it's for an existing vacancy, an estimated timeframe for filling it, or if it's for an anticipated vacancy, a disclaimer stating such. The bill aims to combat "ghost jobs," which are postings for positions that are never filled and create an undue burden on job seekers. It also mandates that employers remove job postings within two weeks of a position being filled and requires third-party companies to do the same if they know or should know a position is filled or has expired. For seasonal positions, employers must disclose the anticipated employment season. The bill defines "employer" as a business with more than 10 employees and "third-party job posting company" as an entity that posts jobs on behalf of employers or independently. Violations will result in a warning, followed by penalties of up to $300 for a first offense and up to $600 for subsequent offenses, with penalties assessed per job posting cycle. The bill will take effect on the first day of the 13th month following its enactment.