Labor & Employment (Minimum Wage)

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 1324: An Act relative to updating overtime salary thresholds and codifying definitions to protect middle-class workers

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1324) of Paul R. Feeney and Jason M. Lewis for legislation relative to update overtime salary thresholds and codifying definitions to protect middle-class workers. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentUpdates overtime thresholds to protect middle-class workers, advancing wage protections under Labor & Workforce Development.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1309: An Act allowing for airline catering to be considered covered employees

By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1309) of Lydia Edwards for legislation to establish forthwith a minimum wage for employees of airline catering companies. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes minimum wage for airline catering workers, directly advancing wage standards under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 20, 2025

S 130: An Act relative to a livable wage for human services workers

By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 130) of Cindy F. Friedman, Kathleen R. LaNatra, Joanne M. Comerford, Michael O. Moore and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to a livable wage for human services workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentDirectly establishes livable wage standards for human services workers, advancing wage protections and economic security for covered employees.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 4208: An Act relative to damages for employees aggrieved by violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act

By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., relative to damages for employees aggrieved by violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes damages for wage violations under Massachusetts Wage Act, strengthening employee protections and enforcement against employer non-compliance.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 19, 2026

H 2145: An Act establishing a minimum wage for employees of airline catering companies

By Representative Madaro of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2145) of Adrian C. Madaro relative to establishing a minimum wage for certain employees of airline catering companies. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes minimum wage for airline catering employees, directly increasing wages and strengthening worker compensation protections.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 19, 2026

H 2178: An Act relative to establishing a prevailing wage for security officers

By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2178) of Chynah Tyler for legislation to establish a prevailing wage for security officers. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes prevailing wage for security officers, ensuring fair compensation and strengthening wage protections under Labor and Workforce Development.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 19, 2026

H 2191: An Act to establish an enhanced care worker minimum wage

By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2191) of Christopher J. Worrell and others relative to an enhanced care worker minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes an enhanced (higher) minimum wage for care workers, directly increasing wages and strengthening worker compensation within Labor & Employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Minimum Wage Workforce Development

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 785: An Act relative to fair wages on government subsidized construction projects

HD 785 requires that workers on construction projects receiving specific government tax incentives (like tax increment financing, housing credits, or historic rehabilitation credits) be paid at least the minimum wage rates set by the state commissioner. It directly affects mechanics, apprentices, teamsters, chauffeurs, and laborers working on buildings funded through these programs. Employers must follow existing wage reporting rules (G.L. ch. 149, Section 27B), submit weekly payroll records to the tax relief authority, and make these records available for public inspection upon request. This bill ensures wage standards are tied to the tax benefits provided for these projects.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates fair wages for workers on housing credit-funded projects, strengthening labor standards for affordable housing development.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates state minimum wage for workers on government-subsidized construction projects, protecting wage rights and aligning with labor protections.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4054: An Act for a minimum hourly health improvement wage

This bill (HD 4054) would require employers with 50 or more employees to contribute to health insurance benefits for each hour an employee works, creating a portable health care benefit tied to hours worked rather than employment status. Employees working multiple part-time jobs would receive benefits proportional to their total hours (e.g., 20 hours at two jobs = 40 hours of benefits). Smaller employers (under 50 employees) could voluntarily participate during a pilot program, with tax credits available. The Public Health Council would develop regulations and pilot program details before full implementation. The bill positions this as a cost of doing business for larger employers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesUses tax credits to incentivize employer participation in health benefits, a fiscal mechanism funding the program via tax policy.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates employer health insurance contributions based on hours worked, creating portable coverage for part-time workers and expanding access to benefits.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates portable health benefits tied to hours worked, expanding worker benefits beyond traditional employment status and requiring employer contributions for coverage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Minimum Wage

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3935: An Act relative to updating overtime salary thresholds and codify definitions to protect the middle class

This bill raises the salary threshold for overtime eligibility from $844 per week (effective immediately) to $1,211.53 by January 2026, with annual increases tied to minimum wage and wage index data. It directly affects middle-income workers currently classified as "exempt" (e.g., managers, professionals) who earn below these thresholds, requiring employers to pay overtime for hours worked over 40 per week. The law codifies clear definitions for "executive," "administrative," and "professional" roles to determine eligibility, ensuring workers must earn at least the new salary floor to remain exempt. These changes aim to expand overtime protections to more workers without requiring additional legislative action.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRaises overtime threshold from $844 to $1,211.53 weekly, expanding overtime eligibility for middle-income workers previously misclassified as exempt, directly protecting worker compensation rights.95% confidence

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