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RI H7769

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jenni Azanero Furtado

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases Rhode Island's minimum wage to $20.00 per hour beginning January 1, 2027, replacing the previously scheduled $17.00 rate
  • Represents a $4.00 increase from the 2026 minimum wage of $16.00 per hour
  • Amends Section 28-12-3 of the General Laws governing minimum wages
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Sets the minimum wage for 2027 at twenty dollars ($20) per hour.

Labor And Labor Relations

Last Action

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/18/2026)

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor2/12/2026

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