HB 2204 Summary

• Prohibits employers from screening job applicants based on previous wage, salary, benefits, or other compensation history.

• Bars employers from requesting or requiring prospective employees to disclose prior salary history as a condition of interview, continued consideration, or employment.

• Prevents employers from seeking previous wage or salary information from current or former employers or checking public records for a prospective employee's salary history.

• Subjects violators to civil penalties of $5,000 for a first offense and $1,000 for each subsequent offense (maximum $10,000), plus liability for special damages up to $10,000, attorney fees, and injunctive relief.

• Prohibits retaliation against employees or prospective employees who oppose violations or participate in investigations or proceedings related to the law.