MS HB1269

Prohibits employers from paying employees of the opposite sex less for equal work requiring equal skill, effort, responsibility, and similar working conditions in the same establishment.

Allows wage differentials based on seniority systems, merit systems, production-based earnings, or any factor other than sex.

Creates a legal right for employees to file petitions in circuit court if they believe their employer violated equal pay provisions.

Requires employers found in violation to award reasonable remedies as provided under federal Title VII or Title IX law.

Takes effect July 1, 2021.