H.B. 1196 Summary

• Prohibits all unpaid internships except those classified as educational internships that meet specific criteria established under the Fair Wages Act.

• Requires unpaid educational internships to meet 11 conditions including: training similar to educational programs, benefit to the intern, close supervision without displacing employees, no immediate employer advantage, and general qualifications applicable to similar businesses.

• Mandates written notification to interns that they will not receive wages and are not considered employees for minimum wage purposes.

• Defines "student" as persons enrolled at least part-time in a degree, certificate, or diploma program at secondary or post-secondary institutions, including those between school terms if previously enrolled.

• Takes effect upon approval.