In-Effect and Newly-Enacted Salary Transparency Laws: CA, WA, and NY
California:
Beginning on January 1, 2023, California employers with 15 or more employees must include the pay scale applicable to the open position in every job posting.
Washington State:
Also on January 1, 2023, employers that have one Washington-based employee, engage in business in the state, or recruit for jobs that could be filled remotely by a Washington-based employee must disclose wage scale/salary range and description of benefits and other compensation for the position.
New York:
Effective September 17, 2023, covered employers in New York State must include in any advertisement for a job opportunity the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly range of compensation.
Littler:
California Labor Commissioner Releases Limited Guidance on Pay Transparency Law
Washington State Issues Final Policy on Pay Transparency in Job Postings, Setting Most Stringent Requirements in the Country
New York Becomes the Latest State to Require Salary Transparency in Job Postings