Nebraska Minimum Wage (Initiative 433)
Neb. Rev. Stat. 48-1203
Regulatory Snapshot: Nebraska Minimum Wage (Initiative 433)
Nebraska Minimum Wage (Initiative 433) (Neb. Rev. Stat. 48-1203) is an enacted law in Nebraska under the Employment & Worker Protection category. It was enacted on 2022-11-08 and becomes effective on 2026-01-01. Nebraska currently reports 2 tracked regulations with 2 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 31/100 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 Nebraska within a mature and broadly adopted employment & worker protection landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in Neb. Rev. Stat. 48-1203 itself.
Applicability under Nebraska Minimum Wage (Initiative 433): All Nebraska employers. Penalty exposure is documented as: Nebraska Dept of Labor enforcement. Back pay. Notable exemptions: Agricultural employers, outside salespeople..
Summary
Nebraska minimum wage $13.50/hr (2025). Voter-approved schedule. $15.00/hr from Jan 2026, then annual CPI.
Key Requirements
$13.50/hr (2025). $15.00/hr Jan 2026. Tipped: 75% of minimum. Annual CPI indexing after 2026.
Penalties
Nebraska Dept of Labor enforcement. Back pay.
Applicability
All Nebraska employers.
Exemptions
Agricultural employers, outside salespeople.
Official Source
https://dol.nebraska.gov/MinimumWageFrequently 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. Nebraska 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 Nebraska Minimum Wage (Initiative 433) enacted?
Nebraska Minimum Wage (Initiative 433) was enacted on 2022-11-08 and became effective on 2026-01-01. It was introduced as Neb. Rev. Stat. 48-1203.
What are the penalties for violating Nebraska Minimum Wage (Initiative 433)?
Nebraska Dept of Labor enforcement. Back pay. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Nebraska Minimum Wage (Initiative 433) apply to small businesses?
All Nebraska 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 Nebraska compare to other states on employment & worker protection?
Nebraska has a regulatory strictness score of 31/100, based on 2 enacted regulations out of 2 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 Nebraska Minimum Wage (Initiative 433)?
The official text of Nebraska Minimum Wage (Initiative 433) (Neb. Rev. Stat. 48-1203) is available from the Nebraska 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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