Senator King addressed the House Labor & Workplace Standards committee on March 25, 2025, highlighting concerns over the enforcement of salary disclosure laws in job postings. He emphasized the importance of a bill aimed at addressing issues arising from the current legislation, which mandates that employers include salary ranges in job advertisements.

King pointed out that some individuals are exploiting this law by filing lawsuits against companies that fail to include salary information, often without genuine interest in the job. He cited a case where one individual had filed multiple claims, resulting in significant settlements for the plaintiff while law firms reaped millions in legal fees.

To combat this trend, the proposed legislation would allow job applicants to notify employers of non-compliance regarding salary disclosures. Employers would then have 14 days to correct the oversight before facing potential lawsuits. King argued that this approach provides a fair opportunity for companies to rectify mistakes without facing immediate legal repercussions.

He dismissed concerns that this measure would create barriers to legitimate claims, asserting that individuals would still retain the right to sue after the 14-day period if necessary. The senator concluded by expressing confidence that the bill would create a more equitable process for both job seekers and employers.

The committee then shifted focus to Senate Bill 5061, which pertains to prevailing wage regulations, indicating a busy agenda ahead for labor standards discussions.