Revise laws relating to wage transparency

This bill, known as the Wage Opportunity and Transparency Act, prohibits employers in Montana from discriminating in pay based on sex or gender identity for substantially similar work, while also banning employers from asking applicants about their salary history. It allows wage differences only when justified by factors like seniority, merit, production measures, location, or education, and forbids retaliation against employees who discuss or disclose their wages. The law enables employees to file complaints with the state commissioner or pursue civil action in court, with potential remedies including back pay for up to three years. Employers must also avoid requiring employees to sign agreements that prevent them from sharing wage information.