Exception to inquiring into pay history that is a matter of public record modification

This bill modifies Minnesota's existing rule that generally prohibits employers from asking about job applicants' past pay history. It creates an exception allowing employers to inquire about pay history when that information is already a matter of public record under federal or state law, provided the employer did not seek access specifically to determine the applicant's compensation. The legislation also clarifies that applicants can voluntarily share their pay history without being prompted, and employers may consider such voluntarily disclosed information to offer higher wages. Additionally, the bill preserves existing rights to bring wage discrimination claims and allows employers to discuss wage expectations and provide information about offered compensation.