Governor DeWine Signs Pay Stub Protection Act into Law, Delivering a Major Win for Ohio Workers

COLUMBUS — Governor Mike DeWine Wednesday signed House Bill (HB) 106, the Pay Stub Protection Act, into law, marking a historic victory for working families across Ohio. The bipartisan legislation, sponsored by State Reps. Dontavius Jarrells (D-Columbus) and Scott Lipps (R-Franklin), ensures that all Ohio workers receive a pay stub from their employers, enhancing transparency, accountability, and fairness in the workplace.

“For too long, Ohio was one of the few states where workers lacked a fundamental protection—the right to receive a pay stub,” said Rep. Jarrells. “With this new law, every hardworking Ohioan will have the documentation they need to verify their wages, hours, and deductions without the burden of legal battles. This is a game-changer for working families.”

Until now, Ohio was one of only nine states without a legal requirement for employers to provide pay stubs. Without a clear record of their earnings and deductions, many workers faced challenges in disputing wage discrepancies or ensuring they were properly compensated for their labor. The Pay Stub Protection Act rectifies this issue, bringing Ohio in line with the vast majority of states that recognize pay transparency as a fundamental worker protection. 

The Pay Stub Protection Act will officially go into effect 90 days from the date of signing, giving Ohio workers the security and transparency they have long deserved.