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MD HB1458

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/7/2025

Primary Sponsor

Adrian Boafo

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Origin

House of Delegates

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment (Article 49) establishing the right of tipped workers to receive at least the full State minimum wage rate, regardless of tips received
  • Frames this wage protection as a fundamental right tied to liberty and equality under Maryland's Declaration of Rights
  • Prohibits the State from denying, burdening, or abridging this right unless justified by a compelling State interest achieved by the least restrictive means
  • Requires approval by three-fifths of both legislative houses, then submission to voters at the November 2026 general election
  • Bypasses local approval requirements by determining the amendment affects multiple jurisdictions statewide

Legislative Description

Declaration of Rights - Right to Minimum Wage for Tipped Workers

Constitutional Amendments

Last Action

Hearing canceled

2/24/2025

Committee Referrals

Economic Matters2/7/2025

Full Bill Text

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