Scored 6/10 on whether it helps or hurts everyday people.
The Companies Early Bill
New rules for companies that let you get paid early
Earned wage access providers; and to provide a penalty.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would make new rules for companies that let you get your pay before payday, adding penalties to make sure they follow them.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This bill aims to set up new rules for companies that let workers get their pay before payday. These 'earned wage access' services are growing, but without clear rules, people might face hidden fees or unfair practices. This bill would add penalties to make sure these companies play fair. It passed one part of the legislature, but it recently did not pass a vote in the other chamber. Even so, it is still considered to be moving through the legislature. People should watch this bill to see if it comes back, as it could help protect your money or change how you get early access to your wages.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- It would create a new chapter in North Dakota law.
- It would set rules for companies that give early access to wages.
- It would add penalties for not following the rules.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Judy Lee (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Jerry Klein (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Dick Dever (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- David Hogue (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Richard Marcellais (D): voted against it, crossing most Democrats
- Tim Mathern (D): voted against it, crossing most Democrats
- Donald Schaible (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Diane Larson (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
In the news
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Sources
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