Florida S1412 sets the state minimum wage at $6.15 and allows employees to opt out with a waiver for work-based learning opportunities.

Florida S1412 amends the state minimum wage to $6.15 per hour. Employers must pay at least the federal minimum wage unless exempt for certain work-based learning opportunities. Employees can opt out of the state minimum wage by signing a waiver, but this is only valid for nine months. After that, employees must be paid at least the state minimum wage. The waiver is not valid if the employee is under 18 unless a parent or guardian signs it. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

Florida S1412 sets the state minimum wage at $6.15 and allows employees to opt out with a waiver for work-based learning opportunities.

Florida S1412 amends the state minimum wage to $6.15 per hour. Employers must pay at least the federal minimum wage unless exempt for certain work-based learning opportunities. Employees can opt out of the state minimum wage by signing a waiver, but this is only valid for nine months. After that, employees must be paid at least the state minimum wage. The waiver is not valid if the employee is under 18 unless a parent or guardian signs it. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.