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HB 669

Relating to a database of employers penalized for failure to pay wages or convicted of certain criminal offenses involving wage theft.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Salman Bhojani and 3 co-sponsors

Creates public database of Texas employers penalized for wage theft to inform workers and support enforcement of wage laws.

Left pending in subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 669

Legislative bill overview

HB 669 would establish a public database of employers in Texas who have been penalized for wage theft or convicted of related criminal offenses. The database would compile information about employers with substantiated violations of wage and hour laws, creating a centralized record accessible to workers and enforcement agencies.

Why is this important

Wage theft—when employers fail to pay earned wages—costs Texas workers millions annually. A public database would give job seekers information to avoid problematic employers, help enforcement agencies identify patterns of violations, and potentially incentivize compliance with wage laws through reputational consequences.

Potential points of contention

  • Business concerns: Employers may argue the database creates unfair reputational harm, disproportionately affects small businesses, or doesn't account for disputed cases or appeals still in progress
  • Implementation details: Questions remain about what triggers inclusion (civil penalties vs. criminal conviction), how long employers stay listed, appeal processes, and whether one violation or multiple infractions qualify
  • Scope and accuracy: Determining which state and federal penalties qualify, handling cases spanning multiple jurisdictions, and ensuring data accuracy could be administratively complex

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

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