The bill amends Alaska's labor laws to enhance transparency regarding employee compensation. It mandates that employers include compensation details in job advertisements and prohibits them from restricting employees or applicants from discussing their wages or inquiring about the compensation of others. Additionally, employers are barred from asking applicants about their previous compensation from other employers. The bill also establishes protections against retaliation for employees who exercise their rights under these provisions, allowing them to file civil claims for damages if they face discrimination or penalties for doing so.

Furthermore, the bill requires employers to maintain and post a summary of these compensation disclosure requirements in a visible location at their workplace. It outlines penalties for violations, which can range from $100 to $2,000, and specifies that each day of non-compliance may be treated as a separate violation. The legislation also includes a statute of limitations of three years for filing claims related to retaliation and mandates the commissioner to adopt regulations for its implementation. The definitions of "employee" and "employer" are clarified to ensure the law's applicability.

Statutes affected:
SB0078A, AM SB 78, introduced 01/29/2025: 23.10.700, 23.10.740, 23.10.710, 23.10.715, 23.10.725, 23.10.720, 23.10.730