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FL S0006

Bill

Status

Failed

3/11/2016

Primary Sponsor

Dwight Bullard

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the state minimum wage from $6.15 to $15 per hour for all hours worked in Florida.
  • Removes the restriction limiting the state minimum wage only to individuals entitled to the federal minimum wage under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
  • Prohibits employers from paying employees at a rate less than the state minimum wage.
  • Changes the annual wage adjustment calculation to occur each September 30, with adjustments taking effect January 1 of the following year, using the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers.
  • Takes effect January 1, 2017.

Legislative Description

State Minimum Wage

Last Action

Died in Commerce and Tourism

3/11/2016

Committee Referrals

Commerce And Tourism8/19/2015

Full Bill Text

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