1320-S2 AMH ROBE TANG 057

2SHB 1320 - H AMD 105

By Representative Robertson

NOT ADOPTED 03/01/2023

On page 2, beginning on line 23, after "may" strike all material through "damages" on line 27 and insert "file a complaint with the department. If, after an investigation, the department finds that an employer failed to comply with the requirements of this section, the department may issue a citation and notice of assessment for civil penalties. Civil penalties"

On page 2, line 33, after "The" strike "statutory damages" and insert "civil penalty"

On page 2, line 34, after "$500." insert "Civil penalties collected under this section shall be deposited into the supplemental pension fund."

EFFECT: Removes the private right of action, and instead provides that an employee or former employee may file a complaint with the Department of Labor and Industries. Provides that the Department may issue citations and notices of assessments to employers who fail to comply with the requirements, and that civil penalties collected must be deposited into the supplemental pension fund.

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