What is the fine for not posting a pay range in Massachusetts?
Quick answer
A written warning for the first offense, a fine of up to $500 for the second, and up to $1,000 for the third; a fourth or later offense falls under the penalties in M.G.L. c. 149, section 27C (M.G.L. c. 149, section 105F(f)). The rule applies to employers with 25 or more employees in Massachusetts, from October 29, 2025.
Key facts and official sources
| Item | What the law says | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Law | M.G.L. c. 149, section 105F (St. 2024, c. 141) | §105F; St. 2024, c. 141 |
| Effective | October 29, 2025 | Attorney General guidance |
| Who | Employers with 25 or more employees in Massachusetts, including postings through third parties | Official source |
| Penalties | 1st offense: warning; 2nd: up to $500; 3rd: up to $1,000; 4th+: section 27C(b)(1)-(2) | §105F(f); §27C |
| Counting | One offense can include all postings made by the same employer in a 48-hour period | Official source |
| Last verified | October 15, 2026 | Astor Ventures |
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FAQ
Who enforces the Massachusetts pay range rule?
The Attorney General has exclusive jurisdiction to enforce the posting, promotion and on-request disclosure duties (section 105F(f)(1)).
Do several postings count as several offenses?
Not always. One or more postings made by the same employer within a 48-hour period count as one offense (section 105F(f)(2)).
Can applicants get triple damages?
No. The law says a violation of section 105F does not carry treble damages under section 150 (section 105F(f)(3)).
Is this legal advice?
No. General information only.
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