NC S607

Prohibits employers from discriminating based on gender in the payment of wages, salaries, benefits, and other compensation for comparable work requiring similar skill, effort, and responsibility

Allows pay variations based on legitimate factors including seniority systems, merit systems, production/sales-based pay, geographic location, relevant education/training/experience, and required travel

Bans employers from restricting employees from discussing wages, screening applicants based on salary history, or seeking salary history from prospective employees' former employers

Protects employees from retaliation for opposing unlawful pay practices, filing complaints, participating in investigations, or discussing wages

Employers who violate the law are liable for unpaid wages plus attorneys' fees, with a 3-year statute of limitations; employers must post workplace notices of employee rights; effective January 1, 2026