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6/20/2025
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Legislature passes Acosta and Giraldo bill mandating written employment terms
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The General Assembly has passed legislation introduced by Sen. Jonathon Acosta and Rep. Joshua J. Giraldo that will require employers to provide all employees, at the start of their employment, with a written notice detailing the terms and conditions of their job—including pay, benefits, deductions, and work policies. The legislation now heads to the governor for consideration.
“For too long, a few bad actors have been allowed to operate in the shadows—depriving workers of basic information about their own employment. That ends today,” said Representative Joshua J. Giraldo (D-Dist. 56, Central Falls). “This is about respecting workers and meeting the most basic expectations of a fair workplace. Every employee deserves to know how and when they’ll be paid, what benefits they’re entitled to, and who they are working for. This bill makes that non-negotiable.”
The bill (2025-S 0070Aaa, 2025-H 5679Aaa) mandates employers provide the following details in writing at the time of hire:
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Pay rates and basis of pay (hourly, salary, commission, etc.);
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Any allowances for meals or lodging;
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Leave policies (sick, vacation, holidays, etc.);
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Employment classification (exempt or non-exempt from minimum wage/overtime);
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All possible deductions from pay;
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Pay schedule and first paycheck date;
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Legal and operating names of the employer;
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Employer’s business address and contact number.
“This is about transparency and accountability,” said Senator Acosta. “By codifying these basic terms of employment into law, we are protecting workers and ensuring that every job starts with clarity—not confusion or exploitation.”
For more information, contact:
Andrew Caruolo, Publicist
State House Room 20
Providence, RI 02903
(401)222-6124
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