Modifies the minimum wage and overtime administrative complaint process, establishing additional requirements for employees filing certain employment complaints

HB 896 requires employees claiming unpaid minimum wage or overtime pay (effective January 1, 2026) to first file a complaint with the state labor department, including pay stubs and time sheets for all disputed periods. The department must investigate within 90 days and issue a "right to sue" notice if unresolved, allowing 30 days for employees to file court action. Employers may propose settlements during the investigation, but employees must exhaust this administrative step before suing or risk dismissal and legal fees. This bill directly affects workers seeking unpaid wages and employers facing labor complaints, creating a mandatory pre-litigation process.