An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for preemption.
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill clarifies that Pennsylvania’s minimum wage law takes precedence over any local ordinances or rules that address minimum wage. It allows for exceptions if a local government had already enacted a minimum wage ordinance before January 1, 2006, or if a county adopted one after the bill’s effective date. The law aims to establish a consistent minimum wage across the state.
Key provisions
- This bill establishes that Pennsylvania’s minimum wage law supersedes local minimum wage ordinances.
- Local ordinances predating January 1, 2006, and still in effect are exempt from preemption.
- Counties that adopt a minimum wage ordinance after the bill’s effective date are also exempt.
- The bill amends the existing Minimum Wage Act of 1968.
Who is affected
- Employers
- Employees
- Local governments
- County governments
Notable changes
- Clarifies the state’s authority over local minimum wage regulations.
- Provides a limited exception for existing local ordinances.
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