Maryland Governor Signs Bill on Salary Transparency in Job Ads

April 25, 2024, 3:52 PM UTC

Maryland will require businesses to include a pay range in job postings under legislation that Gov. Wes Moore (D) signed into law Thursday.

The measure (SB 525/HB 649) that takes effect Oct. 1 adds Maryland to a growing list of states mandating pay transparency. The laws are aimed at shrinking the wage gaps commonly faced by women and workers of color by giving them more information when negotiating salaries.

Colorado first required pay information in job ads beginning in 2021, followed by California, Hawaii, New York City, New York state, and Washington state. Similar requirements are ...

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