WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

HB 678

An Act providing for the registration of labor brokers; imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry and the Secretary of Labor and Industry; establishing the Labor Broker Registration Account; and imposing penalties.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dan Deasy and 11 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania requires labor brokers to register with the Department of Labor and Industry, establishing oversight to prevent worker exploitation and enforce labor law compliance through penalties.

Referred to Labor & Industry
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · HB 678

Legislative bill overview

HB 678 establishes a mandatory registration system for labor brokers in Pennsylvania, requiring them to register with the Department of Labor and Industry. The bill creates a Labor Broker Registration Account and empowers the Secretary of Labor and Industry to oversee compliance and enforce penalties against unregistered or non-compliant brokers.

Why is this important

Labor brokers—intermediaries who recruit, hire, and manage workers for employers—operate in a largely unregulated space, which can enable wage theft, unsafe working conditions, and exploitation of vulnerable workers. Formalizing registration allows state oversight to protect worker rights, ensure labor law compliance, and establish accountability for broker conduct across Pennsylvania's workforce.

Potential points of contention

  • Business burden: Labor brokers may argue registration requirements increase operational costs and administrative complexity, particularly for smaller firms
  • Definition and scope: The bill's effectiveness depends on how "labor broker" is defined—ambiguous definitions could create loopholes or inadvertently capture staffing agencies, temp agencies, or HR services
  • Enforcement capacity: Critics may question whether the Department of Labor and Industry has adequate resources to effectively monitor compliance and investigate violations statewide

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

Sign in to ask a question.