SB3396 Summary

• Amends Illinois Minimum Wage Law to allow units of local government to opt into reduced minimum wages below the state requirement through ordinance.

• Establishes 6 regional categories with different maximum reductions ranging from 5% to 25% below state minimums, with reductions phasing out as rates approach $15/hour by 2025.

• Requires localities that adopt reduced minimum wages to increase rates by minimum 5% annually beginning January 1, 2026 until reaching $15/hour.

• Sets special reduced minimum wage rates for employees under 18 who have not worked 650+ hours in a calendar year, with rates ranging from $8-$13/hour depending on the year.

• Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.