Labor & Employment (Minimum Wage)

in committee · Michigan · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 4296: Crimes: other; provision regarding wage discrimination based on sex; modify, and increase fines. Amends sec. 556 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.556).

HB 4296 amends Michigan's wage discrimination law (MCL 750.556) to clarify that employers cannot pay differently based on protected characteristics like sex, race, religion, or marital status for similar work. It specifies that wage differences based on legitimate factors (not protected traits) do not violate the law. The bill maintains the existing fine structure for violations: up to $5,000 for employers with 1-15 staff, $10,000 for 16-50 employees, and $20,000 for larger businesses. This update aligns the penal code with current civil rights protections under the Elliot-Larsen Act. The bill directly affects all Michigan employers who hire workers.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentClarifies wage discrimination protections based on sex/race and increases fines for violations, strengthening worker rights under labor laws.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 4293: Labor: fair employment practices; deductions from wages without written consent of employee; revise notice period for certain deductions related to garnishment. Amends sec. 7 of 1978 PA 390 (MCL 408.477).

HB 4293 requires Michigan employers to obtain written permission from employees before deducting most amounts from paychecks, with exceptions for legally required payments. It limits deductions to 15% of gross wages and ensures employees still receive at least the state or federal minimum wage after deductions. The bill also sets specific rules for handling overpaid wages (without consent if properly documented) and court-ordered debt deductions (requiring 10 business days' written notice). This directly affects all Michigan employers and employees who have deductions taken from their paychecks.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires written consent for wage deductions, limits to 15% gross wages, ensures minimum wage post-deduction, protecting worker pay rights per Labor: fair employment practices.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 4292: Labor: discrimination; anonymous reporting of wage discrimination; allow. Amends sec. 602 of 1976 PA 453 (MCL 37.2602).

HB 4292 amends Michigan's Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to improve reporting of wage discrimination. It requires the Michigan Civil Rights Commission to establish a dedicated phone line and a public website with an anonymous electronic reporting form for workers to report wage discrimination without revealing their identity. These mechanisms must prominently display the phone number and website link, ensuring anonymity for individuals who report violations or assist in investigations. The bill directly affects workers experiencing wage discrimination by providing safer, confidential reporting options.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEnables anonymous wage discrimination reporting, protecting workers from retaliation and strengthening enforcement of anti-discrimination laws.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 4291: Labor: discrimination; certain protected attributes and characteristics of an employee; prohibit an employer from basing the employee's wage rate on. Amends 1978 PA 390 (MCL 408.471 - 408.490) by adding sec. 13b & repeals sec. 13 of 2018 PA 337 (MCL 408.943).

HB 4291 prohibits Michigan employers from paying employees different wages for equal work based on protected attributes like race, gender identity, religion, or age. It amends the state's wage law to require equal pay for jobs requiring equal skill, effort, and responsibility under similar conditions, while allowing exceptions for seniority, merit, or productivity-based systems. The bill explicitly defines "protected attributes" using the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act and repeals a prior section (2018 PA 337, Sec. 13) that previously allowed certain pay differentials. It directly affects all Michigan employers and employees by mandating pay equity for comparable work. The law would take effect if passed, aligning Michigan's wage standards with broader civil rights protections.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits wage discrimination based on protected attributes, requiring equal pay for equal work under Michigan law, directly strengthening worker protections in employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 17, 2025

HB 4320: Labor: hours and wages; employee who files a claim alleging that an employer violated 2018 PA 337; prohibit the commissioner from disclosing the employee's name to the employer under certain circumstances. Amends sec. 9 of 2018 PA 337 (MCL 408.939).

HB 4320 amends Michigan's Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act, which addresses employee hours and wages. The bill primarily affects employees who file claims alleging wage violations and the state agency responsible for investigating these claims. It adds a new provision stating that if an employee requests it, the state director (or their designee) investigating a wage claim must not disclose the employee's identity to the employer, to the extent allowed by law. This aims to protect the anonymity of employees reporting potential wage violations.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProtects workers' rights by prohibiting disclosure of employee identity in wage violation claims, preventing employer retaliation per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 17, 2025

HB 4321: Labor: hours and wages; identity of employee who files a complaint under 1978 PA 390; prohibit department from disclosing to employer if requested by employee. Amends sec. 11 of 1978 PA 390 (MCL 408.481).

House Bill 4321 proposes an amendment to the existing law governing the payment of wages and fringe benefits to employees. This bill introduces a new provision that allows employees to request that their identity be withheld from their employer when filing a complaint about alleged wage or benefit violations. If such a request is made, the Department of Labor is prohibited from disclosing the employee's identity to the employer, to the extent allowed by law. This change directly affects employees who file complaints by offering them potential anonymity, and employers who will receive complaints without knowing the specific employee's identity if requested.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProtects employee anonymity when filing wage complaint, reducing retaliation risk and strengthening enforcement of wage laws per bill's explicit prohibition on disclosing identity to employers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Michigan · Senate May 14, 2025

SB 6: Labor: fair employment practices; various employer requirements; provide for. Amends secs. 1, 7, 11, 13, 13a, 14, 15, 18 & 19 of 1978 PA 390 (MCL 408.471 et seq.) & adds secs. 13c & 13d.

SB 6 updates Michigan's wage law to strengthen employee protections around pay deductions. It requires written employee consent for most wage deductions (including charitable contributions to nonprofits) and limits overpayment deductions to 15% of gross wages without consent. The bill clarifies that fringe benefits (like vacation pay) are separate from wages and creates new rules for employers dealing with independent contractors. These changes directly affect employers across Michigan and their employees who receive wages or fringe benefits.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires written consent for wage deductions, limits overpayment deductions to 15% without consent, and clarifies fringe benefits separate from wages - directly strengthening worker protections in wage practices.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Gig Economy Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Michigan · House Feb 13, 2025

HB 4075: Labor: hours and wages; minimum wage; modify. Amends sec. 4 of 2018 PA 337 (MCL 408.934).

HB 4075 amends Michigan's minimum wage law to gradually increase the hourly wage for most workers. It sets specific rates starting at $10.00 in 2019, rising to $20.00 by 2030, with annual adjustments for inflation beginning in 2022. The inflation adjustment uses the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) and takes effect January 1 each year, unless unemployment exceeds 8.5% in the prior year. This bill directly affects low-wage workers and employers across Michigan who must comply with the updated wage schedule.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases minimum wage from $10/hr (2019) to $20/hr (2030) with inflation adjustments, directly strengthening worker compensation and protecting low-wage earners.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Unemployment

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passed both · Michigan · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 4001: Labor: hours and wages; minimum hourly wage rate; modify. Amends secs. 4 & 4b of 2014 PA 138 (MCL 408.414 & 408.414b) & repeals 2018 PA 337 (MCL 408.931 - 408.945). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4053'25

HB 4001 updates Michigan's minimum wage schedule, setting new rates that increase to $12.00 per hour starting February 21, 2025, and reaching $15.00 by 2029. It replaces the previous 2018 law (PA 337) and adds an annual adjustment mechanism: starting in 2019, the wage will rise each January based on Midwest-region inflation data, capped at 3.5% per year. The bill also modifies youth wage rules, allowing employers to pay new workers under 20 a training rate of 75% of the minimum wage for their first 90 days, while prohibiting displacement of existing workers to hire at this lower rate. This directly affects all hourly workers in Michigan covered by state minimum wage laws, including young workers and employers subject to wage requirements.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases minimum wage to $12 by 2025 and $15 by 2029 with annual inflation adjustments, directly strengthening worker compensation and replacing weaker prior law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Jun 17, 2025

SB 425: Higher education: community colleges; remission of new jobs credit from withholding to community college districts; clarify application to professional employer organizations. Amends secs. 161 & 163 of 1966 PA 331 (MCL 389.161 & 389.163). TIE BAR WITH: SB 426'25

SB 425 redirects payroll withholdings from employers toward community college job training programs. It clarifies that professional employer organizations (PEOs) can participate in the program, requiring employers to pay new job withholdings directly to community colleges (instead of the state) to fund training. The bill defines a "new job" as one paying at least the local living wage standard (ALICE rate), not replacing existing roles, and creating net new employment. This affects employers (including PEOs), community colleges, and workers in qualifying new positions, with funds used for training programs and bond financing.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects payroll withholdings to fund community college job training programs, directly allocating existing tax revenue to public education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationRedirects employer payroll withholdings to fund community college job training programs, increasing direct funding for higher education workforce development.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRedirects payroll withholdings to community college job training programs, requires new jobs pay ALICE living wage, and defines 'new job' to create net employment opportunities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Minimum Wage Workforce Development

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