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SB 8

Labor: hours and wages; minimum hourly wage rate; modify Amends secs. 2, 4, 4d, 9 & 10 of 2018 PA 337 (MCL 408.932 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4002'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Hertel

Michigan law signed to immediately increase/modify minimum wage rates, affecting worker earnings and employer labor costs statewide.

ASSIGNED PA 0001'25 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
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Bill Summary · SB 8

Legislative bill overview

SB 8 modifies Michigan's minimum wage law (2018 PA 337) by adjusting the hourly wage rate and related provisions. The bill has been signed into law by the governor as of February 21, 2025, and takes immediate effect.

Why is this important

Minimum wage changes directly affect millions of workers and thousands of employers across Michigan. This legislation impacts take-home pay for low-wage workers, business operating costs, and overall economic activity in the state. The immediate effective date means changes apply quickly rather than on a future date.

Potential points of contention

  • Worker vs. employer impact: Wage increases benefit workers but raise labor costs for small and large businesses, potentially affecting hiring or hours
  • Economic competitiveness: Changes to Michigan's minimum wage may affect business relocation decisions and interstate wage competitiveness
  • Tipped and youth workers: The bill modifies sections covering exemptions, which may alter wage requirements for specific worker categories (exact details unclear from available text)

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

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