Legislation will require greater clarity concerning compensation with promotional opportunities and in employment listings

(TRENTON) — Legislation that will require employers to make promotion opportunities known in an effort to foster greater fairness in the workplace has been signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy today. Bill S2310/A4151, sponsored in the Assembly by Assemblyman Joe Danielsen and Assemblywomen Annette Quijano and Tennille R. McCoy, aims to increase access to career advancement opportunities through internal and external advertisements, postings, and flyers.

The bill sponsors offered the following comments:

“Far too often, employees are uncertain or unaware of opportunities for growth and added compensation and this bill is designed to change that,” said Assemblyman Danielsen (D-Somerset, Middlesex). “Every employee deserves a fair chance at advancement, and this bill will provide an extra resource in making sure job promotions are well publicized.”

“Nobody deserves to be overlooked when it comes to promotional opportunities and this legislation is about ensuring fairness in the workplace,” said Assemblywomen Quijano (D-Union). “A4151 will help level the playing field by protecting employees from favoritism and assisting them in understanding their potential for growth from the start.”

“As a Human Resources executive, I am dedicated to ensuring that every employee has equal access to promotions and a clear understanding of their compensation and benefits, as this is essential for fostering a more equitable workplace,” said Assemblywoman McCoy (D-Mercer, Middlesex). “During my tenure as Assistant Commissioner with the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, I implemented policies that mandated all newly created positions and promotions be publicly posted, allowing qualified internal candidates the opportunity to interview. I firmly believe that empowering both employers and employees to make informed decisions fosters an environment where advancement is based on merit rather than hidden information.”