Overview: Bill Number: PC 379, Title: Para crear la Ley de Transparencia Salarial de Puerto Rico, con el fin de establecer la obligación de los patronos de divulgar las condiciones mínimas de empleo y la compensación atada a las mismas, cuando se publica la disponibilidad de plazas de trabajo; y para otros fines relacionados, Status: Referido a Comisión(es), Introduced: March 05, 2025, Classification: bill.
Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to create the Puerto Rico Salary Transparency Law, which aims to establish the obligation of employers to disclose the minimum employment conditions and the associated compensation when publishing job openings. The goal is to promote transparency and fairness in the job market.
Key Provisions:
- Creates the Puerto Rico Salary Transparency Law
- Requires employers to disclose the minimum employment conditions and the corresponding compensation when advertising job openings
- Aims to enhance transparency and fairness in the job market
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Employers in Puerto Rico, who will be required to disclose salary and employment information when posting job openings
- Job seekers in Puerto Rico, who will have access to more transparent information about job opportunities and compensation
- The general public, who may benefit from increased transparency and fairness in the job market
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been referred to the relevant committee(s) for further consideration and review.
- The legislative process will continue, with the possibility of amendments and further deliberations before a final vote.
