ETAFinal Rule
Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Annual Adjustments for 2025
Labor & WorkplaceFinance & Banking
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Summary
The federal government is adjusting the dollar amounts of fines and penalties for 2025 to account for inflation, so that penalties keep up with rising costs and remain meaningful. This annual adjustment affects various federal agencies' ability to enforce rules fairly across different industries and programs.
Key Points
- 1Fines and civil penalties across federal agencies are being increased to reflect inflation since the penalties were last set
- 2The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) is leading this adjustment for labor-related violations and regulations
- 3Employers and businesses may face higher financial penalties if they violate federal labor laws and workplace rules
- 4The adjustment ensures that penalties don't become less effective over time as the value of money changes
- 5These updated penalty amounts take effect in 2025 and apply to violations occurring after the effective date
Key Dates
Published
January 10, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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