Kentucky minimum wage scheduled to increase July 1
Kentucky employers are reminded that the minimum wage rate in the state is scheduled to increase from $6.55 per hour to $7.25 per hour effective July 1. Although the federal minimum wage mandated increase doesn't become effective until July 24, 2009, the Kentucky General Assembly voted to have the wage hike take effect earlier (Kentucky Labor Cabinet Press Release, June 23, 2009).
The Kentucky Labor Cabinet, Division of Employment Standards, Apprenticeship and Mediation has received a number of inquiries regarding the upcoming change in minimum wage because of the two effective dates. The later date is the federal deadline for all states to comply with the new minimum wage rate.
“This increase is significant for many Kentucky workers who, like others, have been struggling during these difficult economic times,” said Kentucky Labor Secretary J.R. Gray.
The minimum wage rate for tipped employees will remain at $2.13 per hour.
Questions regarding the minimum wage increase may be directed to the Kentucky Labor Cabinet, Division of Employment Standards, Apprenticeship and Mediation at labor.desam@ky.gov or at 502-564-3534.
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