Prohibiting employers from microchipping employees.

Added a new legislative declaration section stating that bodily autonomy is a fundamental right and that employers should not coerce invasive procedures.

Added an explicit exemption for microchips implanted for legitimate healthcare purposes with voluntary, informed consent.

Added a new section creating a private right of action, allowing aggrieved employees to sue for injunctive relief, actual damages, punitive damages, and reasonable attorneys' fees.

Updated the bill title to indicate the creation of a new section and changed the bill status from 'Substitute' to 'Engrossed Substitute'.

Deleted all provisions allowing the Department of Labor & Industries to investigate complaints, issue citations, or assess civil penalties for violations.

Consolidated the remaining legal remedy into a single section allowing employees to bring a civil action directly in court for injunctive relief, damages, and attorney fees.

Removed the requirement for employees to file a complaint with the department before seeking legal recourse.

Updated bill header information, including the bill number and sponsor attribution to reflect its status as a Substitute Bill.