SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is reminding job seekers and employers that, effective January 1, 2025, all job postings made by employers with 15 or more employees will need to include pay scale and benefit information.

This amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 (IL EPA) was contained in HB 3129, passed by the General Assembly and signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker in 2023.

The amendment increases transparency in hiring by allowing prospective employees to see compensation and benefits for open positions. Employers must also inform current employees about all job openings, giving them a chance to apply.

“Here in Illinois, we’ve taken action to close the pay gap and strengthen protections for workers — and these amendments to the Illinois Equal Pay Act are another critical step in that fight,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “By ensuring that compensation and benefits are clear from the start, workers will have the information they need to make informed decisions, helping to create a more equitable job market.”

Anyone may file a complaint with IDOL if they become aware of a job posting that lacks the required salary and benefit information. Complaints should be submitted to IDOL within one year of the alleged violation and can include a link, picture, or screenshot of the posting.

If IDOL finds that an active job posting violates the law, the Department will notify the employer of the complaint and provide a date by which the violation must be resolved.

Read the full press release here: https://labor.illinois.gov/news/press-release.30746.html