This bill amends RSA 273:9 to establish new requirements for the labor commissioner regarding inspections of manufacturing, mechanical, and mercantile establishments. It mandates that the commissioner must provide at least 30 days' written notice to the owner of an establishment prior to any visit or inspection. The notice must include the specific purpose of the visit, whether it is related to a complaint, and any alleged violations. Additionally, establishments are granted a minimum of 30 days to respond to any requests for documents, written responses, or interviews, regardless of the complaint status.

The bill also allows for exceptions to the 30-day notice requirement, permitting shorter notice only with the approval of the attorney general under specific circumstances. These circumstances include instances where the establishment has violated labor laws within the past 36 months, there is an imminent risk to health or safety, or there is a concern that notice may lead to the destruction of evidence or interference. The effective date of this act is set for 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 273:9
HB1072 text: 273:9