Bill > HB1833

This bill establishes the Rethinking Paying Subminimal Wage to Persons with Disabilities Task Force, which will operate until November 1, 2027, with the primary goal of studying and developing a plan to phase out subminimum wage practices for workers with disabilities under Section 14(c) certificate programs. The eleven-member Task Force will include representatives from state government, the legislature, disability advocacy organizations, and individuals with direct experience in disability employment, such as a self-advocate currently or previously employed at subminimum wages and a parent of someone who successfully transitioned to competitive employment. The Task Force will identify obstacles to phasing out subminimum wages, develop a transition plan that minimizes negative impacts, creates alternative meaningful day programs for those unable to work in competitive employment, and establishes an appropriate timeline for eliminating subminimum wages. Task Force members will not receive compensation but may receive travel reimbursement, and they are required to submit a final report by January 1, 2028, to the Governor and legislative leadership. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, and aims to support more equitable employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities by promoting competitive, integrated employment at or above minimum wage.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Labor and Employment

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1833&Session=2600