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HB 6056

Labor: hours and wages; minimum hourly wage rate; modify.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Graham Filler and 1 co-sponsor

Michigan bill to modify the state minimum hourly wage rate; impacts worker compensation and business labor costs statewide.

bill electronically reproduced 11/07/2024
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Bill Summary · HB 6056

Legislative bill overview

HB 6056 proposes to modify Michigan's minimum hourly wage rate, though the specific new wage amount is not detailed in the available bill information. The measure was introduced in November 2024 and is currently under review by the Committee on Regulatory Reform.

Why is this important

Minimum wage changes directly affect millions of workers and thousands of employers across Michigan. Adjustments to the minimum wage influence worker purchasing power, business operating costs, employment levels, and overall economic competitiveness—making this a consequential policy decision with broad economic implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Wage level specificity: The exact proposed minimum wage amount is not specified in available materials, making it difficult to assess whether the increase is modest or substantial
  • Business impact concerns: Small businesses and labor-intensive industries may argue the increase creates compliance burdens or forces staffing reductions
  • Worker adequacy debates: Labor advocates may contend that any proposed increase is insufficient to match cost-of-living increases or regional economic conditions in Michigan

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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