California’s Minimum Wage Law for Healthcare Workers May Be Delayed
- bill3766
- May 30, 2024
- 1 min read
In October 2023, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill No. 525, establishing minimum wage schedules for healthcare employees and raising the minimum wage to $21 per hour for many healthcare facilities. However, State Senator Mara Elana Durazo introduced Senate Bill No. 828 on May 20, 2024, to delay this wage increase from June 1 to July 1, 2024, to give the state more time to address the budget deficit and implement the new wage schedules. Click here for article.
SB 525 Implementation: Originally scheduled to raise the minimum wage for healthcare employees to $21 per hour on June 1, 2024.
SB 828 Delay: Proposed by Senator Durazo to delay the wage increase to July 1, 2024, allowing more time for state budget planning.
Budget Concerns: The delay is due to a projected state budget deficit and the significant cost increase associated with the wage hike.
Employer Guidance: Employers should check if their workers are affected, consult employment attorneys, and ensure compliance with the new wage requirements.
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