Bill > HB812

This bill proposes to amend the Texas Labor Code to increase the state minimum wage to $15 per hour, while maintaining the existing requirement that employers pay at least the federal minimum wage as established by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Currently, employers are only required to pay the federal minimum wage, but this legislation would establish a new state-level minimum wage that is higher than the federal standard. The bill repeals a previous section of the Labor Code related to minimum wage and is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving employers ample time to prepare for the wage increase. By setting a minimum of $15 per hour, the bill aims to provide workers with a more livable wage that potentially offers greater financial stability compared to the current federal minimum wage, which has remained relatively static in recent years.

Labor and Employment

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