Labor & Employment (Minimum Wage)

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jul 15, 2026

HB 2700: An Act amending the act of December 17, 1959 (P.L.1913, No.694), known as the Equal Pay Law, further providing for title of act and for definitions; providing for disclosure of wage and benefit information; further providing for penalties; and imposing penalties for nondisclosure of wage and benefit information.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Equal Pay Law to require employers with fifteen or more workers to share specific wage and benefit details in job advertisements and job offers. Under the new rules, companies must list costs for health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans in job postings or provide a direct link to this information online. When making a job offer, employers must also state the salary or hourly wage, clarify overtime rules, and include summaries of employee benefit plans. The legislation applies to positions performed in Pennsylvania, including remote roles, and establishes penalties for employers who knowingly fail to provide this required information.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates wage transparency in job postings, protecting workers' rights by ensuring fair compensation information.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 26, 2026

SB 1395: An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for preemption.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Minimum Wage Act to establish state-level preemption, meaning the state government sets the minimum wage rules that apply to all employers across the state. It prevents local cities and counties from passing their own minimum wage laws that differ from the state standard, with two exceptions: local rules adopted before January 1, 2006, remain valid, and new local rules can still be passed after the bill takes effect. The legislation will become active 60 days after it is signed into law.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill restricts local governments from enacting minimum wage laws, limiting local worker protections and wage-setting autonomy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 2585: An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for minimum wages.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Minimum Wage Act to update provisions regarding training wages for employees under the age of twenty. It allows employers to pay a reduced wage rate during the first sixty days of employment for young workers, provided the employee is informed of their right to the full minimum wage after the training period ends. The legislation also includes a prohibition against hiring new trainees at a lower wage if it results in displacing existing employees through reduced hours or benefits. These changes directly affect employers in the state and young workers entering the workforce, ensuring specific protections while allowing for a temporary training wage structure.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill allows reduced wages for young workers, weakening minimum wage protections and restricting worker earnings.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 549: A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States and the United States Secretary of Labor to review the child labor provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and the occupational restrictions issued under the act and take action to increase employment and training opportunities for youth workers.

This Pennsylvania House resolution urges the U.S. Congress and the Secretary of Labor to review and potentially update federal child labor laws under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The bill argues that current restrictions on hours and job types for young workers limit their ability to gain essential training and fill critical skills gaps in industries like construction and manufacturing. While the resolution emphasizes that safety must remain a priority, it calls for reforms that would allow more youth employment opportunities to support the state's economy. Because this is a non-binding resolution, it does not change any laws but instead serves as a formal request for federal officials to reconsider existing regulations.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill seeks to update child labor laws to increase youth employment and training opportunities, aligning with workforce development goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Minimum Wage Tags Children

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House May 11, 2026

HB 2507: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in tax credit and tax benefit administration, further providing for definitions; providing for Internship Tax Credit Program; and promulgating regulations.

This Pennsylvania bill creates a new Internship Tax Credit Program designed to help small businesses hire students from local colleges and universities. Under the program, eligible businesses that employ qualified interns in structured, paid work experiences can receive a tax credit to offset their state taxes. To qualify, interns must be residents of Pennsylvania with at least 30 college credits and a 2.5 GPA, while internships must last a minimum of six weeks and pay at least minimum wage. The bill also establishes a waiting list system for businesses that apply for the credit but do not receive it due to limited funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a tax credit program to encourage small business hiring of interns, providing fiscal relief and promoting workforce development.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates tax credits for businesses hiring college interns, enhancing student work experience and educational access.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates a tax credit program to incentivize businesses to hire and pay students, promoting paid work experiences and employment opportunities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Tax Incentives Higher Education Minimum Wage

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 2312: An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for minimum wages.

This bill, HB 2312, would automatically increase Pennsylvania's minimum wage starting December 1, 2026, and every December 1 thereafter. The adjustment would match the percentage increase applied to state officials' salaries under the Public Official Compensation Law, rather than setting a specific dollar amount. Employers across the state would be required to pay workers at least the adjusted minimum wage, with the Department of Labor and Industry overseeing compliance. The law takes effect 60 days after being signed into legislation.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases minimum wage automatically, directly strengthening worker compensation and rights under labor standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 2189: An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions, for minimum wages and for exemptions.

HB 2189 amends Pennsylvania's Minimum Wage Act of 1968 to increase the state's minimum wage to $11 per hour starting January 1, 2027, $13 per hour on January 1, 2028, and $15 per hour on January 1, 2029. After 2029, the minimum wage will automatically adjust annually based on inflation data from the Consumer Price Index for the Pennsylvania-New Jersey- Delaware-Maryland area. This bill directly affects all Pennsylvania employers and workers covered under the Minimum Wage Act, including tipped employees who retain their tips. The changes apply to all non-exempt workers in the state, with no new exemptions or special rules added beyond the wage schedule and adjustment mechanism.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases minimum wage to $15/hr by 2029 with inflation adjustments, directly strengthening worker compensation and wages.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Dec 17, 2025

HB 2105: An Act providing for employer self-audit program to foster collaboration with employers to voluntarily remedy unpaid wages owed to an affected employee or cure a negligent violation that was the result of an employer inadvertently violating a labor act.

HB 2105 establishes an employer self-audit program in Pennsylvania, allowing businesses to voluntarily correct accidental unpaid wages or minor labor violations before enforcement action. It directly affects employers who unintentionally violated specific labor laws (like the Minimum Wage Act or Wage Payment Law) by requiring them to submit detailed audits, payroll records, and payment calculations for affected employees. Employers must demonstrate they corrected the issue, weren’t under investigation, and reviewed compliance resources before applying. The program focuses only on "negligent" (non-willful) violations, excluding cases involving falsified records or serious harm. This bill aims to foster cooperation between employers and the Department of Labor, not impose penalties for past mistakes.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates employers to voluntarily correct unpaid wages and minor violations, directly protecting workers' right to receive owed compensation under labor laws.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Dec 10, 2025

SB 1085: An Act establishing the Direct Care Worker Wage Advisory Board and providing for its powers and duties; providing for minimum wage for direct care workers and for a direct care worker registry; and imposing penalties.

SB 1085, the "Good Jobs for Quality Care Act," establishes a Direct Care Worker Wage Advisory Board within Pennsylvania's Department of Human Services to address recruitment and retention challenges for direct care workers. The bill sets a minimum wage for these workers - defined as individuals providing hands-on care in home, community, or nursing home settings to elderly or disabled individuals (including personal care aides, home health aides, and nursing assistants) - and creates a statewide registry to track their employment. The Advisory Board, composed of worker representatives, employers, and care recipients, will examine factors like compensation and work schedules to make recommendations. The bill also includes penalties for violations of its minimum wage and registry requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill sets minimum wages and creates registry for direct care workers (home health aides, personal care aides), addressing workforce retention to improve quality of care delivery in healthcare settings.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSets minimum wage for direct care workers (personal care aides, home health aides) and creates advisory board to address recruitment/retention, directly advancing wage standards per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Minimum Wage

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Sep 26, 2025

SB 996: An Act amending the act of February 9, 1999 (P.L.1, No.1), known as the Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act, in capital facilities, further providing for administration of redevelopment assistance capital projects.

SB 996 amends Pennsylvania's Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act to change bidding rules for redevelopment projects. It requires at least three written bids for all construction work under $25,000, while projects over $25,000 must pay workers the state's prevailing minimum wage and comply with the Steel Products Procurement Act. The bill also clarifies that all redevelopment projects - regardless of contract structure - are treated as "public works" under Pennsylvania's prevailing wage law. This applies to local governments and developers managing capital projects funded through redevelopment assistance programs. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates prevailing minimum wage for projects over $25k and treats all redevelopment as 'public works' under prevailing wage law, directly strengthening labor wage standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Minimum Wage

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