Virginia pay transparency law
In effect since July 1, 2026
Pay ranges required in job postings
The wage, salary, or good-faith wage or salary range for the position
| Who it applies to | All employers (no size threshold in § 40.1-28.7:12) |
|---|---|
| Which jobs | Each public and internal posting for each job, promotion, transfer or other employment opportunity |
| Penalties | Attorney General may seek civil penalties up to $1,000 for a first violation and up to $5,000 for later violations; applicants and employees may sue for actual damages after a 15-business-day cure window for posting violations |
| Effective | July 1, 2026 |
Details and exceptions
- New in 2026: the same section also bans seeking or relying on an applicant's wage or salary history
- Private actions must be brought within one year
- In judging good faith, courts consider how broad the range is
Law: Va. Code § 40.1-28.7:12 (2026 Acts cc. 996, 1063)
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Recent changes
Last verified against the official source on October 9, 2026.
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Sources
- Virginia General Assembly, Division of Legislative Automated Systems (Code of Virginia) · data as of October 8, 2026 · last checked October 9, 2026
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