Bill
A 7405
Overview: Bill A 7405 would require or allow licensing entities to suspend business licenses for certain businesses charged or convicted of wage theft.Purpose and Intent: The purpo
Overview: Bill A 7405 would require or allow licensing entities to suspend business licenses for certain businesses charged or convicted of wage theft.
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to provide a mechanism for holding businesses accountable for wage theft violations. By threatening the suspension of business licenses, the legislation aims to deter wage theft and protect workers' rights.
Key Provisions:
- Requires or allows licensing entities to suspend the business license of any entity charged or convicted of wage theft
- Defines wage theft as the failure to pay employees the full wages they are legally owed
- Provides exceptions and appeal processes for businesses to contest license suspensions
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily impact businesses that engage in wage theft practices, potentially leading to the suspension of their operating licenses. Workers affected by wage theft would also benefit from increased enforcement.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Labor committee and is currently under consideration.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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