Florida Minimum Wage (Amendment 2)
Art. X, Sec. 24, FL Const.
Regulatory Snapshot: Florida Minimum Wage (Amendment 2)
Florida Minimum Wage (Amendment 2) (Art. X, Sec. 24, FL Const.) is an enacted law in Florida under the Employment & Worker Protection category. It was enacted on 2020-11-03 and becomes effective on 2025-09-30. Florida currently reports 3 tracked regulations with 3 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 48/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch last verified this entry on 2026-03-18.
Nationally, 107 states have enacted employment & worker protection statutes and 0 additional bills remain pending — 51 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places Florida within a mature and broadly adopted employment & worker protection landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in Art. X, Sec. 24, FL Const. itself.
Applicability under Florida Minimum Wage (Amendment 2): All employers in Florida. Penalty exposure is documented as: Private civil action for back wages. AG enforcement. Notable exemptions: Federal exemptions. Small agricultural operations..
Summary
Florida minimum wage $14.00/hr (Sept 2025). Voter-approved schedule to $15/hr by Sept 2026, then annual CPI adjustment.
Key Requirements
$14.00/hr Sept 2025–Aug 2026. Tipped: $10.98/hr + tips. $15.00/hr from Sept 2026, then CPI-indexed.
Penalties
Private civil action for back wages. AG enforcement.
Applicability
All employers in Florida.
Exemptions
Federal exemptions. Small agricultural operations.
Official Source
https://floridajobs.org/business-growth-and-partnerships/for-employers/display/minimum-wageFrequently Asked Questions
Which states have employment & worker protection regulations?
As of the last verification, 51 states have enacted employment & worker protection regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. Florida is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all employment & worker protection regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was Florida Minimum Wage (Amendment 2) enacted?
Florida Minimum Wage (Amendment 2) was enacted on 2020-11-03 and became effective on 2025-09-30. It was introduced as Art. X, Sec. 24, FL Const..
What are the penalties for violating Florida Minimum Wage (Amendment 2)?
Private civil action for back wages. AG enforcement. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Florida Minimum Wage (Amendment 2) apply to small businesses?
All employers in Florida. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.
How does Florida compare to other states on employment & worker protection?
Florida has a regulatory strictness score of 48/100, based on 3 enacted regulations out of 3 tracked. Nationally, 51 states have enacted employment & worker protection laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of Florida Minimum Wage (Amendment 2)?
The official text of Florida Minimum Wage (Amendment 2) (Art. X, Sec. 24, FL Const.) is available from the Florida legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.
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