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SB3235Introduced in the Senate

Relating To The Minimum Wage.

IntroducedSenate Labor and Technology

Introduced by Rachele Fernandez Lamosao, District 19

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the minimum monthly guaranteed compensation an individual must earn to be exempt from certain wage and hour requirements. Requires the minimum wage to increase to $18.00 per hour beginning 1/1/2027, instead of 1/1/2028. Increases the minimum wage on 1/1/2028, 1/1/2029, and 1/1/2030. Prohibits tipped employees from being paid less than the minimum wage.

Where it stands

Referred to LBT, WAM.

February 2, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced.

  2. Passed First Reading.

  3. Referred to LBT, WAM.

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