Labor & Employment (Minimum Wage)

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3427: Establishes standards in regards to covenants not to compete

HB 3427 establishes that non-compete agreements cannot be enforced against hourly wage employees. The bill specifically voids any covenant not to compete (a clause restricting work with competitors after leaving a job) for employees paid hourly wages, making such agreements unenforceable. This directly affects hourly workers in employment contracts, while leaving non-compete terms for salaried employees unaffected. The law targets a common practice that often limits job mobility for lower-wage workers.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill voids non-compete clauses for hourly workers, protecting job mobility and advancing workers' rights in employment contracts.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Gig Economy Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3268: Authorizes a tax credit for providing services to homeless persons

HB 3268 creates a tax credit for Missouri businesses or organizations that provide specific services to homeless individuals. Eligible entities must be certified by the Department of Economic Development as providers of employment services, direct employment (at minimum wage for 28+ hours/week), or housing (rented/leased at income-based rates). Certified providers can claim up to $10,000 annually against their state income tax, with a total annual cap of $1 million across all credits. The program expires December 31, 2032, unless renewed by the legislature.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit reducing business tax liability for homeless services, aligning with fiscal policy to fund housing/employment programs through tax incentives.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides tax credits for housing/employment services to homeless individuals, a proven strategy to reduce recidivism and support criminal justice reform by addressing root causes of incarceration.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax credits to entities offering housing services to homeless individuals, directly funding affordable housing access through income-based rental support.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates minimum wage employment (28+ hrs/week) for tax credit eligibility, incentivizing fair-wage job creation for homeless individuals via state tax credit program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Homelessness Housing Finance Minimum Wage Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3258: Creates new provisions relating to employment practices involving warehouse distribution centers

HB 3258 requires employers at warehouse distribution centers (with 100+ employees at one location or 1,000+ total) to provide workers with clear, written descriptions of work quotas. These descriptions must detail required tasks, potential penalties for not meeting quotas, and any related incentives or bonuses. Employers must update this information within two business days if quotas change and disclose specific performance data if taking adverse action against an employee for failing to meet a quota. The bill also mandates that quota time periods include rest breaks, travel time for safety activities, bathroom breaks, and time for required safety tasks, ensuring quotas account for necessary non-productive time.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires transparent quota disclosure to protect workers from unfair penalties, aligning with worker rights protections in labor policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Gig Economy Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3260: Establishes a program for providing paid leave for parents working in a child's school and authorizes a tax credit for fifty percent of the hourly wage paid to a participant in the program

HB 3260 creates Missouri's "Four For More Program," allowing parents of K-12 students to take up to four hours of paid leave annually to work at their child's public school. Employers in Missouri (with 5+ employees) who pay these parents during their school work hours can claim a tax credit covering 50% of the wages paid, up to $50,000 per business yearly. The tax credit is capped at $10 million total statewide each year and expires after six years unless renewed. The program requires schools to document parent participation and applies only to businesses subject to Missouri state income tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credit (50% wage reimbursement) for employers, directly aligning with tax incentive indicators under Budget & Taxes support criteria.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates parental involvement program in K-12 schools with tax credits, enhancing school community engagement and access to educational environments.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides paid leave for school parents and tax credit for employers, expanding worker benefits under Labor & Employment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits K-12 Education Minimum Wage Paid Leave

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3419: Creates new provisions relating to employee compensation, reinstating certain minimum wage adjustments, implementing earned paid sick leave, and bereavement leave

HB 3419 establishes a new minimum wage schedule that adjusts annually based on cost-of-living changes, starting at $6.50 per hour in 2007 and rising to $13.75 by January 1, 2025, then to $15.00 by 2026. It requires private employers to provide earned paid sick leave and bereavement leave, with specific eligibility rules for family members. Public employers (like government agencies) are exempt from the wage provisions after 2025 but must still follow other minimum wage rules. The bill directly affects most private-sector workers in the state, excluding certain categories like seasonal camp staff, small businesses under $500,000 annual revenue, and some government employees.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases minimum wage annually to $15/hour by 2026 and mandates earned paid sick/bereavement leave for private employers, directly advancing worker compensation and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Paid Leave

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 27, 2026

SB 1241: Authorizes an income tax deduction for tipped income

SB 1241 would allow workers who earn tips (such as servers or bartenders) to deduct their total tipped income from their taxable income when filing state income taxes. This means their taxable income would be reduced by the amount they earn in tips, lowering the overall tax they owe. The bill directly affects service industry workers who rely on tips as a significant part of their earnings. It creates a specific tax deduction mechanism for tipped income, rather than changing the tax rate or adding new taxes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirectly provides tax relief for lower-income service workers by allowing tip deductions, reducing taxable income and tax burden per tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill reduces taxable income for tipped workers, increasing take-home pay and directly supporting financial security for service industry employees.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Minimum Wage

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2955: authorizes a tax credit for providing services to homeless persons

HB 2955 creates a Missouri tax credit for businesses and organizations providing services to homeless individuals. Eligible taxpayers (such as job training agencies, employment providers, or housing organizations) can claim up to $10,000 annually in income tax credits for services like job training, employment (28+ hours/week at minimum wage), or housing support specifically for homeless persons. Certification by the Department of Economic Development is required, with annual renewal, and credits are non-refundable but carry forward for up to three years. The total annual credit amount is capped at $1 million. This bill directly affects service providers who meet the certification criteria, not homeless individuals themselves.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for homeless services, providing tax relief to businesses incentivizing public service provision and supporting economic development funding.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides housing/job training for homeless, reducing recidivism potential through rehabilitation-focused services.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax credit for housing support services to homeless persons, directly advancing affordable housing for vulnerable population through funding incentives.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides tax credit for job training/employment services (28+ hrs/wk at minimum wage) for homeless individuals, advancing workforce participation and employment standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Homelessness Housing Finance Minimum Wage Professional Licensing Workforce Development Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Missouri · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 1745: Modifies the minimum wage and overtime administrative complaint process, establishing additional requirements for employees filing certain employment complaints

HB 1745 requires employees to file a complaint with the state labor department before suing employers for minimum wage or overtime violations, effective January 1, 2027. Employees must submit pay stubs, time sheets, and all relevant pay periods as evidence within the complaint. The department must investigate within 90 days, issue findings, and may facilitate settlement offers between parties before a "right to sue" notice is issued. This process directly affects employees seeking unpaid wages and employers facing wage law violations, mandating administrative review before court action.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRequires administrative complaint filing with evidence before lawsuits for wage claims, adding barriers that restrict worker access to courts for unpaid wages.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2554: Modifies provisions relating to exemptions from minimum wage

HB 2554 raises the annual sales threshold for small businesses to qualify for minimum wage exemptions from $500,000 to $11.1 million, effective 2028. It requires this threshold to be adjusted annually based on inflation using the Consumer Price Index, with updates published each October. This directly affects small retail or service businesses that would otherwise be required to pay minimum wage to their employees. The change modifies existing exemptions but does not alter other categories of exempt workers listed in the bill.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRaises minimum wage exemption threshold from $500k to $11.1M, reducing coverage for small business employees and weakening wage protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Minimum Wage Tags Small Business

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 11, 2026

SB 1325: Creates a sub-minimum wage rate for minors

SB 1325 establishes a minimum wage of $6.50 per hour for most workers (or the federal minimum wage, whichever is higher), with annual inflation adjustments until 2024. For minors under 18, it sets a higher minimum wage of $12.30 per hour (or the federal minimum wage, whichever is higher), directly affecting employers who hire young workers. The standard minimum wage will increase to $13.75 per hour in 2025 and $15.00 per hour in 2026, with public employers subject to these rates starting in 2025. This policy requires employers to pay minors at least $12.30 hourly, which is initially higher than the standard rate but may align with future standard increases.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill sets higher minimum wage ($12.30/hr) for minors under 18, directly increasing compensation for young workers and aligning with wage protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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