New Washington state law will require employers to post job salary ranges

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Why it matters: Experts say disclosing salary ranges makes job hunting easier, while also helping reduce gender and racial pay inequities, Axios' Alex Fitzpatrick wrote in June.Details: Last week, the state Department of Labor and Industries released a new administrative policy clarifying aspects of the new law.- Postings also must describe benefits associated with a job, including vacation days, health insurance and retirement plans.What they're saying: In a floor speech in February, state Sen. Emily Randall (D-Bremerton) called the measure "an important pay equity bill," adding that people "should be able to have all the relevant information before they apply for a job."More Seattle storiesNo stories could be foundGet a free daily digest of the most important news in your backyard with Axios Seattle."

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