Died in Government Operations Subcommittee
Summary
The bill would establish a new Department of Labor, led by a governor‑appointed secretary, to enforce the state constitutional minimum‑wage provisions and related employee protections. It mandates that employers post multilingual notices about wage rates, retaliation protection, and how to file complaints. The department would gain powers to investigate violations, issue citations, collect penalties, and report annually to the governor and legislature.
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