Philadelphia Salary History Ordinance

The Philadelphia Salary History Ordinance prohibits employers from asking job applicants about their past salary or benefits during the hiring process. The goal is to promote fair pay and reduce wage discrimination by preventing past earnings from influencing current compensation offers. Employers can discuss salary expectations and communicate their pay range, but they cannot request or rely on previous salary information. This law aims to create a more equitable hiring process and ensure fair wage practices regardless of an applicant’s background or previous earnings.