SB3821Introduced in the Senate
MINIMUM WAGE-VARIOUS
Introduced by Kimberly Lightford, District 4
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that the wages paid to committed persons shall not be less than the minimum hourly wage set forth in the Minimum Wage Law. Amends the Minimum Wage Law. Provides for increases in the minimum hourly wage through January 1, 2032. Provides that, on and after July 1, 2026, every employer shall pay to each of his or her employees who is under 18 years of age no less than the applicable minimum hourly wage. Provides that, on and after January 1, 2030, an employer shall not be entitled to an allowance for gratuities and shall pay each employee no less than the applicable minimum hourly wage. Provides that beginning on January 1, 2033, and on every January 1 thereafter, the minimum hourly wage from the previous year shall be increased in proportion to the increase in the consumer price index-u. Provides that the Department of Labor shall inquire into any alleged violations of the Act brought to its attention by an interested party. Sets forth the procedure for complaints brought by interested parties. Defines "interested party". Effective immediately.
Where it stands
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
June 1, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Kimberly A. Lightford
First Reading
Referred to Assignments
Assigned to Executive
Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Graciela Guzmán
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura
Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Javier L. Cervantes
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Karina Villa
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 31, 2026
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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