Delaware Enacts Pay Transparency and Unlicensed Bodywork

On September 26, 2025, **Governor Matt Meyer** signed **House Bills 105** and **136** into law, which require employers to include salary ranges and benefits in job postings and strengthen enforcement against unlicensed massage and bodywork establishments. The bills, sponsored by **Rep. Melanie Ross Levin** and **Sen. Laura Sturgeon**, aim to address pay inequities and promote consumer safety. [[pay-transparency|Pay transparency]] laws are becoming increasingly common across the US, with **Delaware** joining the trend. The new laws will take effect two years after enactment and are expected to impact **Delaware's economy** and **job market**. For more information on the bills, visit the [[delaware-state-government|Delaware State Government]] website. The laws also draw attention to the importance of **consumer protection** and **fair labor practices**.

• House Bills 105 and 136 were signed into law by Governor Matt Meyer on September 26, 2025
• The laws require employers to include salary ranges and benefits in job postings and strengthen enforcement against unlicensed massage and bodywork establishments
• The laws aim to promote fair pay and consumer protection in Delaware
• The impact of the laws on Delaware's economy and job market is uncertain
• The laws reflect a growing trend towards greater transparency in the job market and increased focus on consumer safety

The signing of House Bills 105 and 136 is a notable development in Delaware's efforts to promote **pay transparency** and **consumer protection**. While the laws have been praised by some as a step forward for workers' rights, others have expressed concerns about the potential impact on employers. It is unclear how the laws will be enforced and what the exact impact will be on Delaware's **business community**. However, the laws do reflect a growing trend towards greater transparency in the job market and a increased focus on consumer safety. For more information on the laws and their potential impact, visit the [[delaware-state-chamber-of-commerce|Delaware State Chamber of Commerce]] website.

The signing of House Bills 105 and 136 is a significant step forward for **workers' rights** and **consumer protection** in Delaware. By requiring employers to include salary ranges and benefits in job postings, the laws will help to promote **fair pay** and reduce pay disparities. Additionally, the strengthened enforcement against unlicensed massage and bodywork establishments will help to protect consumers from potential health risks. [[governor-matt-meyer|Governor Matt Meyer]] and the bill sponsors, **Rep. Melanie Ross Levin** and **Sen. Laura Sturgeon**, should be commended for their leadership on this issue. The laws are expected to have a positive impact on **Delaware's economy** and **job market**, and will help to establish the state as a leader in **worker-friendly policies**.

The signing of House Bills 105 and 136 may have unintended consequences for **Delaware's business community**. The laws may place an undue burden on small businesses and startups, which may struggle to comply with the new requirements. Additionally, the laws may lead to increased costs for employers, which could be passed on to consumers. While the intention behind the laws is to promote **fair pay** and **consumer protection**, the actual impact may be more nuanced. It is also worth noting that the laws may not address the root causes of pay disparities and consumer safety issues, and may instead create new bureaucratic hurdles for employers. For more information on the potential impact of the laws on small businesses, visit the [[national-federation-of-independent-business|National Federation of Independent Business]] website.

Originally reported by State of Delaware News (.gov)