The Michigan Senate passed a Bill Thursday evening amending the minimum wage law that’s set to go into effect Friday, Feb. 21.
Senate Bill 8 changes the annual increase of the minimum hourly wage and tipped wage.
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The minimum hourly wage would still rise to $12.48 on Feb. 21, but it would reach $15 an hour by 2027 instead of 2028.
Tipped workers would earn 38% of the minimum hourly wage, which would increase to 50% on Feb. 21, 2031.
Current law requires tipped workers to be paid 48% of the minimum hourly wage, which will rise to 100% in 2030.
“This bipartisan legislation is a result of the overwhelming advocacy from tipped workers who have spoken loudly and been in and out of the Capitol asking for our help. We were able to honor their voices while accelerating the minimum wage even faster than the original proposal,” said Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks in a statement.
Next week, Senate Bill 8 goes to the House for consideration.
“This is a good first step for Michigan’s tipped workers and their small businesses all across our state. If it gets done, this agreement would keep thousands of people on the job, help them make more money to support their families, and keep many of our beloved local businesses open for generations to come,” House Speaker Matt Hall said in a statement.
The Senate plans to tackle earned sick time next week.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has encouraged Republican and Democratic leaders to work together to pass legislation before the minimum wage and paid sick leave laws go into effect.
According to the governor’s office, Whitmer has also suggested passing a bill to delay their enactment until Jul. 1 to allow more time for deal-making.