Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B)
RSMo 290.502
Regulatory Snapshot: Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B)
Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) (RSMo 290.502) is an enacted law in Missouri under the Employment & Worker Protection category. It was enacted on 2018-11-06 and becomes effective on 2024-01-01. Missouri currently reports 1 tracked regulations with 1 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 17/100 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 Missouri within a mature and broadly adopted employment & worker protection landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in RSMo 290.502 itself.
Applicability under Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B): All Missouri employers. Penalty exposure is documented as: Dept of Labor enforcement. Civil action for 2x back pay. Notable exemptions: Retail/service establishments under $500K gross revenue..
Summary
Missouri minimum wage $13.75/hr (2024). Voter-approved. Tipped: $6.88/hr. Schedule to $15.00/hr by Jan 2026.
Key Requirements
$13.75/hr (2024). $15.00/hr from Jan 2026. Tipped: 50% of min. Annual CPI indexing after $15.
Penalties
Dept of Labor enforcement. Civil action for 2x back pay.
Applicability
All Missouri employers.
Exemptions
Retail/service establishments under $500K gross revenue.
Official Source
https://labor.mo.gov/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. Missouri 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 Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) enacted?
Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) was enacted on 2018-11-06 and became effective on 2024-01-01. It was introduced as RSMo 290.502.
What are the penalties for violating Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B)?
Dept of Labor enforcement. Civil action for 2x back pay. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) apply to small businesses?
All Missouri employers. 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 Missouri compare to other states on employment & worker protection?
Missouri has a regulatory strictness score of 17/100, based on 1 enacted regulation out of 1 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 Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B)?
The official text of Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) (RSMo 290.502) is available from the Missouri 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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