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Summary of differences between federal and state regulations
The federal minimum wage provisions are contained in the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Many states also have minimum wage laws. In cases where an employee is subject to both the state and federal minimum wage laws, the employee is entitled to the higher of the two minimum wages.
Beginning January 1, 2017, the minimum wage for all industries will increase yearly until January 1, 2023. As of January 1, 2023, all employers must pay employees the same wage, regardless of size.
The minimum wage (including upcoming increases) is as follows:
| Date | Employers with 25 Employees or Less | Employers with 26 Employees or More |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2022 | $14.00 | $15.00 |
| January 1, 2023 | $15.50 | $15.50 |
| January 1, 2024 | $16.00 | $16.00 |
| January 1, 2025 | $16.50 | $16.50 |
Some municipalities have established minimum wage rates as well.
State
Contact
California Department of Industrial Relations Division of Labor Standards Enforcement
Regulations
Chapter 5. Industrial Welfare Commission, Group 1. General Minimum Wage Order
Article 1. Minimum Wage Order: §11000. Order Regulating the Minimum Wage
Federal
Contact
The Department of Labor is the federal agency that monitors hours worked.
Regulations
U.S. labor regulations for minimum wage can be found in CFR 29 Part 531 and FLSA.