Maryland Department of Labor - Investigation of Complaints - Requirements (Worksite Enforcement Act of 2026)
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Summary
The bill directs the Department of Labor to establish clear steps for receiving, reviewing and investigating workplace complaints, including safety hazards, wage theft and fraud. It requires one investigator for each of five state regions and obligates the governor to allocate $500,000 annually to pay for those positions. The goal is faster, more coordinated responses to complaints that affect workers and the public.
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- Government, Labor, and Elections — Bill HearingGovernment, Labor, and Elections · Feb 12, 2026
History
- Hearing 2/12 at 2:00 p.m.
- First Reading Government, Labor, and Elections
Sponsors
- Vogel · sponsor
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