The New Hampshire Equal Pay Law prohibits discrimination in wages on the basis of gender for equal work or work on the same operations (NH Rev. Stat. Sec. 275:37 et seq.). The Law also prohibits discrimination against employees who file equal pay complaints or participate in the investigation or hearing of claims under the Law. The Law is applicable all employers in the state, regardless of size.
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Pay differentials based on seniority, experience, training, skill, ability, duties and services performed, shift schedules, or pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement are permissible, provided no gender discrimination is involved.
The Law is enforced by the labor commissioner or the employee in state court. Employees can file claims within one year of the alleged pay discrimination. Remedies can include twice the unpaid wages (NH Rev. Stat. Sec. 275:39).