Labor & Employment

This bill requires employers in New Jersey (with over 10 employees) and third-party job platforms to clearly state in job postings whether the position is for an existing vacancy and provide an estimated timeframe for filling it. Employers must remove filled position postings within two weeks and respond to applicants within the timeframe stated in the ad about whether the role is filled or still under consideration. The Department of Labor will audit compliance and can issue warnings followed by civil penalties of $1,000-$5,000 for ongoing violations. The bill applies to all publicly advertised jobs and aims to improve transparency for job seekers.

This bill requires New Jersey to create a public online registry listing out-of-state contractors awarded public construction contracts that require prevailing wages. It directly affects contractors whose main business is outside New Jersey, excluding satellite offices or temporary locations. The registry, maintained by the State Treasurer, will include project details, contractor trade names, and business addresses, and must be accessible on the Treasury Department’s website. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.