AZ HB2546

Repeals existing minimum wage provisions and establishes a new minimum wage schedule specifically for fast food employees, defined as employees of chains or franchises with at least 30 national establishments.

Sets fast food minimum wage at $9.00/hour starting January 1, 2017, increasing by $1.00 per year until reaching $15.00/hour on January 1, 2023 and thereafter.

Maintains general minimum wage at $6.75/hour as of January 1, 2007, with annual increases based on cost of living adjustments measured by the Consumer Price Index, rounded to the nearest five cents.

Defines fast food employees as those whose duties include customer service, cooking, food/drink preparation, delivery, security, stocking supplies, cleaning, or routine maintenance.

Requires approval by three-fourths vote of both houses of the legislature to become effective, per Arizona Constitution Article IV, Part 1, Section 1.