Massachusetts S1188 proposes a gradual increase in the minimum wage for tipped employees.

Massachusetts S1188 seeks to establish a single fair wage for all employees, including those who receive tips. The bill outlines a phased approach, with the minimum wage for tipped employees increasing incrementally each year from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2031. The wage will be set at not less than the general minimum wage, with an additional amount for tips not exceeding the value of the tips received. Employers must inform employees of these provisions, and employees must retain their tips unless pooling is customary and regular.

Massachusetts S1188 proposes a gradual increase in the minimum wage for tipped employees.

Massachusetts S1188 seeks to establish a single fair wage for all employees, including those who receive tips. The bill outlines a phased approach, with the minimum wage for tipped employees increasing incrementally each year from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2031. The wage will be set at not less than the general minimum wage, with an additional amount for tips not exceeding the value of the tips received. Employers must inform employees of these provisions, and employees must retain their tips unless pooling is customary and regular.