On August 11, 2023, Governor J.B. Pritzker of Illinois signed a new law that will bring about important changes to the Illinois Equal Pay Act (IEPA). This amendment focuses on pay transparency in job postings and will have a significant impact on employers in the state.

Employers are increasingly disclosing pay ranges now based on new pay transparency laws. Though not required in all states, many employers including CPA firms, are using the pay transparency practice to attract and retain talent.

Hawaii is the latest state to require disclosure of wage or salary pay ranges in job listings.

The Ensure Equal Pay for Equal Work Act further defines and clarifies the difference between career progression and job opportunities.

Columbus joins Toledo and Cincinnati in banning questions about salary history, but does not require sharing wage information as a condition of employment.