Virginia has joined a growing number of US states requiring employers to disclose salary ranges in job advertisements, with a new pay transparency law taking effect on 1 July. The legislation makes Virginia the 13th state to adopt statewide pay transparency requirements, reflecting a broader national push towards greater openness in hiring and compensation practices.
The law requires employers to include a pay range in job postings for new positions, promotions and internal transfers. It also prohibits employers from asking applicants about their salary history or using previous earnings to determine compensation for a new role.
