Cheddar News breaks down why some states are opting for pay transparency laws. New laws in California and Washington State went into effect on Sunday. They require employers to post salary ranges on job listings. New York and Colorado already do this. Similar legislation is currently pending in Massachusetts and South Carolina.
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