Digest: The Act prohibits certain contracts that shorten certain statutes of limitations. The Act sets the time limits for when BOLI must issue a notice of rights to a complainant. The Act sets the time limits for when a complainant must file a lawsuit after issuance of the notice. (Flesch Readability Score: 65.4).
Prohibits employers from entering into agreements that shorten the statute of limitations with respect to violations over which the Bureau of Labor and Industries has enforcement authority. Designates a violation of the prohibition as an unlawful employment practice.
Establishes time limits for when the Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries must issue a notice of rights to complainants.
Clarifies that the bureau will not issue a notice for matters that have been resolved by a settlement agreement. Establishes time limits for filing a civil action after issuance of the notice. Makes conforming amendments.
Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
Statutes affected:
Introduced: 659A.880, 659A.830, 659A.870, 659A.875
A-Engrossed: 659A.880, 659A.830, 659A.870, 659A.875