Bill > SB218

This bill proposes significant changes to Kansas's minimum wage law by gradually increasing the state's minimum wage. Currently set at $7.25 per hour, the bill mandates that on January 1, 2026, the minimum wage will rise to $15 per hour. Starting January 1, 2027, the minimum wage will be annually adjusted based on the increase in the consumer price index for urban consumers in the Midwest region, with the adjustment rounded to the nearest five cents. For tipped employees, the bill modifies the current tipped minimum wage structure, requiring employers to pay at least 50% of the standard minimum wage rate starting in 2026, with the expectation that tips will make up the difference to reach the full minimum wage. The bill also clarifies definitions of key terms like "employer" and "employee," and removes previous exemptions and limitations. These changes aim to provide workers with a more livable wage that keeps pace with the cost of living, potentially benefiting low-wage workers across various industries in Kansas.

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https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/sb218/