The proposed bill, titled the "Wage Fairness Act," aims to establish regulations regarding employee wages and salary history for both public and private employers in Florida. It creates a new section, 112.0445, which prohibits public employers and employment agencies from seeking or requiring wage or salary history from current, former, or prospective employees as a condition for employment or promotion. Additionally, it mandates that employers disclose wage ranges in job advertisements and provide current employees with their wage information and benefits annually. The bill also allows for civil actions and penalties against employers who violate these provisions.

Furthermore, the bill amends existing law by revising section 448.101 and creating section 448.112, which similarly prohibits private employers from engaging in the same wage-related activities as public employers. It defines "wage range" and outlines the conditions under which an employer may confirm a prospective employee's wage history. Employers are required to maintain records related to wage history for at least two years after an employee leaves. The bill provides for administrative, injunctive, and civil relief for violations, including civil penalties of up to $10,000 for repeated offenses. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 1619 Filed: 448.101