Bill > HB394

This bill proposes two significant changes to Georgia's minimum wage law: first, it increases the state minimum wage from $5.15 to $15.00 per hour for all covered employees, and second, it establishes a specific minimum wage requirement for eligible full-time state employees. The bill defines an "eligible full-time state employee" as a state worker paid hourly who works at least 30 hours per week in a continuing position, receiving direct compensation from a state agency (excluding University System of Georgia employees). Specifically, beginning January 1, 2026, these eligible full-time state employees must be paid at least $15.00 per hour. The bill aims to address wage standards for workers across the state, with a particular focus on ensuring a higher minimum wage for state employees. This represents a substantial increase from the current minimum wage, which has remained unchanged at $5.15 per hour, potentially improving financial conditions for many workers in Georgia.

Labor and Employment

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70195