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Introduced
01/26/2023
01/26/2023
In Committee
01/30/2023
01/30/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024
03/28/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 4 of Title 34 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to minimum wage, so as to revise certain provisions regarding the minimum wage law; to provide for an increase in the minimum wage; to provide for annual minimum wage increases to match the rising cost of living; to provide a credit toward the minimum wage for employers of tipped workers; to eliminate various eligibility exemptions from the minimum wage; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill aims to revise Georgia's minimum wage law. It increases the minimum wage from $5.15 to $15.00 per hour and provides for annual increases to match the rising cost of living, as determined by the Georgia Department of Labor. The bill also allows employers of tipped workers to credit up to 50% of tips towards the minimum wage. Additionally, it eliminates various exemptions from the minimum wage, such as for small employers, domestic employees, and farm workers. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (21)
Tonya Anderson (D)*,
Gloria Butler (D)*,
Gail Davenport (D)*,
Jason Esteves (D)*,
Sonya Halpern (D)*,
Ed Harbison (D)*,
Sally Harrell (D)*,
Nabilah Islam Parkes (D)*,
Kim Jackson (D)*,
Donzella James (D)*,
Harold Jones (D)*,
David Lucas (D)*,
Derek Mallow (D)*,
Josh McLaurin (D)*,
Nikki Merritt (D)*,
Nan Orrock (D)*,
Elena Parent (D)*,
Sheikh Rahman (D)*,
Doc Rhett (D)*,
Valencia Seay (D)*,
Freddie Sims (D)*,
Last Action
Senate Insurance & Labor Committee (14:00:00 2/15/2023 Mezz 1 CAP) (on 02/15/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/63662 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/212832 |
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