Bill > HB315

This bill modifies the existing Texas labor code to raise the state minimum wage, requiring employers to pay workers not less than $15 per hour or the federal minimum wage, whichever is greater. Currently, Texas follows the federal minimum wage standard, but this legislation would establish a higher baseline wage for workers in the state. By amending Section 62.051 of the Labor Code, the bill introduces a specific hourly rate that ensures workers receive at least $15 per hour, which is significantly higher than the current federal minimum wage of $7.25. The bill also repeals Section 62.151 of the Labor Code, which likely contains outdated or redundant provisions related to wage standards. The new minimum wage requirement will take effect on September 1, 2025, giving businesses time to adjust their payroll and budgeting to accommodate the higher wage standard.