MS SB2544

Requires day and temporary labor service agencies to provide workers with written notices at dispatch containing job details, wages, work location, transportation terms, and meal/equipment costs, with notices in workers' preferred languages.

Limits temporary workers' employment at any single client to 90 consecutive days, after which they must receive the same employment conditions as permanent staff, except under collective bargaining agreements.

Establishes recordkeeping requirements for agencies including worker names, hours worked, pay rates, deductions, and third-party client information, maintained for five years and accessible to workers within five business days of written request.

Prohibits agencies and clients from charging workers for transportation, meals (beyond actual cost if consumed), background checks, drug tests, or check-cashing fees; requires safe vehicles with proof of insurance and valid drivers' licenses for worker transportation.

Guarantees workers paid at least minimum wage after all deductions, minimum four hours of pay if sent to a worksite but not used, and prohibits retaliation for asserting rights; allows workers to sue in circuit court for violations with remedies including lost wages, liquidated damages up to $500 per violation, and attorney's fees.