AR SB279

Director of the Division of Labor gains explicit authority to investigate all complaints filed for unpaid wages to determine if violations occurred

Assessment period for wage complaints covers the 2 years preceding the filing but may be extended through the notice of assessment date if violations hindered the investigation

Filing a complaint tolls the statute of limitations until entry of a final order adjudicating the claim

Legal actions by the director to recover wages, liquidated damages, or civil penalties must be commenced within 1 year of the final order

Employees whose valid claims were concealed by employer violations may be joined in administrative proceedings or have separate assessments issued on their behalf