Texas HB315 sets the state minimum wage at $15 per hour, higher than the federal minimum wage.
Texas HB315 amends the state Labor Code to establish a minimum wage of $15 per hour, surpassing the federal minimum wage. This change applies to all employers within the state, ensuring employees receive at least the higher of the two rates. The bill also repeals Section 62.151 of the Labor Code, which previously addressed minimum wage provisions. This Act takes effect on September 1, 2025.
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