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HB 2332

An Act requiring certain warehouses to provide written descriptions of employment quotas; imposing powers and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and 14 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania warehouses must submit written employment quota descriptions to the Department of Labor and Industry, with enforcement powers and penalties for violations.

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Bill Summary · HB 2332

Legislative bill overview

HB 2332 requires certain warehouses to provide written descriptions of their employment quotas to the Department of Labor and Industry. The bill expands the department's regulatory powers to oversee and enforce these quota requirements, and establishes penalties for non-compliance.

Why is this important

Warehouse employment practices significantly affect working conditions and labor market dynamics in Pennsylvania. This legislation seeks to increase transparency and state oversight of hiring practices in the warehouse sector, which has faced scrutiny over employment practices and worker treatment in recent years.

Potential points of contention

  • Business compliance costs: Warehouses may argue that documenting and reporting employment quotas creates administrative burdens and costs, particularly for smaller operations
  • Definition and scope ambiguity: The bill's reference to "certain warehouses" lacks clarity on which facilities are covered, potentially creating legal disputes and uneven application
  • Quota system concerns: Questions exist about whether employment quotas represent affirmative action measures or quota-based hiring restrictions, raising concerns among both labor advocates and business groups depending on the quota's intended purpose and direction

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

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