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SB 1257

Employees, Employers - As introduced, enacts the "Pay Stub Protection Act," which requires an employer to provide a statement to an employee on the employer's payday that contains certain information about the employee and the employee's wages and hours worked during the applicable pay period. - Amends TCA Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8 and Title 50.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by London Lamar

SB 1257 mandates Tennessee employers provide detailed pay stubs showing wages, hours, and deductions to employees on payday, standardizing disclosure requirements across state employment law.

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1257

Legislative bill overview

SB 1257 requires Tennessee employers to provide detailed pay stubs to employees on each payday, containing specified information about wages, hours worked, and deductions. The bill amends multiple sections of Tennessee Code to standardize pay stub requirements across various employment contexts.

Why is this important

Pay stub transparency affects millions of working Tennesseans by ensuring they can verify earnings accuracy and understand wage deductions. Clear pay stub requirements reduce wage disputes, help workers identify potential wage theft, and provide documentation for loan applications and legal proceedings.

Potential points of contention

  • Employer compliance costs: Small businesses may face administrative and system-management expenses to generate compliant pay stubs, particularly those currently using minimal documentation practices
  • Digital vs. paper format: The bill's specifications may create conflicts between employer preferences for digital pay stubs and employee preferences or needs for physical documentation
  • Information requirements scope: Disagreement may arise over what specific wage and hours information must be included, particularly regarding deductions, tips, or specialized compensation structures in different industries

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

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