HB1216Failed

Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 23; Title 12, Chapter 4, Part 4 and Title 50, Chapter 2.

Tennessee HB1216 proposes to increase the hourly minimum wage to $20.00 or the federal minimum wage set by the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, whichever is higher. This bill affects all employees in Tennessee who are subject to minimum wage laws. Key provisions include the establishment of a new minimum wage rate and the stipulation that it must be at least equal to the federal minimum wage if it is greater than $20.00.

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Overview

Tennessee HB1216 proposes to increase the hourly minimum wage to $20.00 or the federal minimum wage set by the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, whichever is higher. This bill affects all employees in Tennessee who are subject to minimum wage laws. Key provisions include the establishment of a new minimum wage rate and the stipulation that it must be at least equal to the federal minimum wage if it is greater than $20.00.

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Sponsor

Johnson, Gloria

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 6, 2025

Last Action

February 20, 2026

Sponsor(s) Added.

Subjects
Employees, EmployersSalaries and BenefitsLabor and Workforce Development, Dept. ofLabor

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