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PA HB1427

PA HB1427
Further providing for definitions, for minimum wages and for preemption.


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Introduced
06/20/2023
In Committee
06/20/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), entitled "An act establishing a fixed minimum wage and overtime rates for employes, with certain exceptions; providing for minimum rates for learners and apprentices; creating a Minimum Wage Advisory Board and defining its powers and duties; conferring powers and imposing duties upon the Department of Labor and Industry; imposing duties on employers; and providing penalties," further providing for definitions, for minimum wages and for preemption.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Minimum Wage Act of 1968 in Pennsylvania. It further defines "wages" and "gratuities/tips" and introduces a new tipped employee provision. The bill raises the minimum wage to $15 per hour starting January 1, 2024, with annual cost-of-living adjustments thereafter. It also allows municipalities to enact higher minimum wage ordinances and clarifies that the state law preempts local minimum wage rules. The bill's provisions related to the definition of "wages" take effect in six months, while the rest of the bill takes effect immediately.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY (on 06/20/2023)

Bill Topics

Government Operations
  • ‐ Intergovernmental Relations
Labor and Employment
  • ‐ Fair Labor Standards

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