SF 4576

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As amended 4/7/2026: - Requires employers with 50 or more employees to provide 90 days advance written notice to employees and government entities before a technological displacement caused by artificial intelligence or other automation that affects 10 or more employees or 10% of the employer's unit or department -equivalent workforce, whichever is less. - Entitles affected employees to a 90-day transitional employment period with continued wages and access to an employer-funded retraining program. - Prohibits an employer from discharging an employee during the transitional period without cause. - Exempts an employee from requirements if the displaced worker transitions to a position with the same or similar benefits and compensation. - Establishes penalties for non-compliance, including ineligibility for state financial incentives for five years, liability to employees for back pay, and civil penalties up to $10,000. - Requires the Commissioner of Labor and Industry to submit a report on the number of displaced employees. - The 4/7/2026 amendment lowered the threshold of employees for notice to be required and require the Commissioner to issue a report.

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