Bill > SB35

This bill amends the Oklahoma Minimum Wage Act by increasing the state's minimum wage to $15.00 per hour, which will be effective on November 1, 2025. Currently, employers in Oklahoma are required to pay employees at least the federal minimum wage, but this legislation establishes a new state-mandated minimum wage that will be the higher of either $15.00 per hour or the current federal minimum wage. The bill updates statutory language, replacing phrases like "the State of Oklahoma" with "this state" and modifying the wage requirement language to explicitly state the new hourly rate. By setting a higher minimum wage, the bill aims to ensure workers receive wages adequate for their maintenance and are not employed under labor conditions detrimental to their health or morals. The new minimum wage will provide a significant increase in earnings for workers across various industries in Oklahoma, potentially improving the economic conditions for low-wage workers in the state.

Labor and Employment

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb35&Session=2600