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HB 1216 In Committee

Retaliatory action against employee prohibited; remedies available.

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Retaliatory action against employee prohibited; remedies available. Provides that a violation of certain provisions regarding retaliatory action against employees may be alleged in a court of competent jurisdiction within two years after the employer's most recent prohibited retaliatory action. The bill states that in such a case, treble damages may be awarded if such violation was willful.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 14, 2026
Last action
Feb 10, 2026 — Incorporated by Labor and Commerce (HB930-Simon) (Voice Vote)
Session
2026
Momentum
29 · Low