SF1052

SF1052 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Subminimum wages prohibition for persons with disabilities

Related bill: HF262

AI Generated Summary

The legislative bill, S.F. No. 1052, is aimed at reforming wage practices for individuals with disabilities in Minnesota. Key provisions of the bill include:

Prohibition of Subminimum Wages: Starting August 1, 2025, employers are not allowed to hire new employees with disabilities at wages below the highest applicable minimum wage, even if they hold a special certificate from the U.S. Department of Labor that traditionally allowed such practices. By August 1, 2027, this rule will apply to all employees with disabilities, ensuring they earn at least the minimum wage.
Responsibilities of Lead Agency Boards: Updates responsibilities for lead agency boards overseeing day services to include ensuring all such entities pay employees with disabilities at least the minimum wage by 2025 for new hires and for all employees by 2027.
Reporting on Subminimum Wages: Requires providers of home and community-based services to report detailed information about employees who are being paid subminimum wages as of August 1, 2023. The report will cover various personal and employment-related details, aiming for better oversight and to facilitate transitions to standard wage practices. Reporting is needed annually, and non-compliance can delay reimbursements from medical assistance.
Funding for System Enhancements: Appropriates funds for 2026 and 2027 to enhance the MnCHOICES system, which is involved in managing care plans and support materials, including embedding employment-related materials into its application.

The intent of this bill is to ensure fair wage practices for people with disabilities and to enhance reporting and operational standards for agencies providing related services.

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
February 05, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
February 05, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
February 05, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Referred to	Human Services
February 05, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Human Services
March 09, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Author added

Citations

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