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NJ S2869
Bill
Status
8/8/2024
Primary Sponsor
Teresa Ruiz
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AI Summary
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Prohibits employers from disclosing or threatening to disclose an employee's immigration status to a public body for the purpose of concealing violations of State wage, benefit, and tax laws
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Administrative penalties escalate with repeat violations: up to $1,000 for first violation, up to $5,000 for second violation, and up to $10,000 for subsequent violations
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Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development determines penalty amounts based on employer's violation history, seriousness of violation, good faith, and business size
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Alleged violators must receive notification and have the opportunity to request a hearing before penalties are assessed
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Collected penalties are directed toward enforcement and administration costs of the Division of Wage and Hour Compliance
Legislative Description
Establishes penalties for employers who disclose or threaten to disclose employee's immigration status for purpose of concealing violation of State wage, benefit or tax laws.
Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor
Last Action
Approved P.L.2024, c.51.
8/8/2024