FAIR Act

Overview: HR 5315, the FAIR Act, was introduced in the House on September 11, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The FAIR Act aims to address issues of fairness and equity in the workplace. The bill seeks to prohibit employers from discriminating against employees based on their salary history, and to require employers to provide more transparency around compensation and promotion practices.

Key Provisions:
- Prohibits employers from asking about or relying on a job applicant's salary history when making hiring and compensation decisions
- Requires employers to disclose the salary range for a position in job postings
- Mandates that employers provide employees with a good faith estimate of their compensation, including any bonuses or benefits, upon hire and during annual reviews
- Establishes new reporting requirements for large employers to disclose data on compensation, promotions, and other workforce metrics by gender, race, and other demographic categories

Affected Parties and Impacts: The FAIR Act would impact job seekers, employees, and employers across the United States. It is intended to help address pay disparities and promote more equitable hiring and advancement practices, particularly for women and minority workers.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The FAIR Act has been introduced in the House and is currently awaiting committee assignment and further legislative action.