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California’s 2025 Minimum Wage Increases to $16.50 Per Hour

HRWatchdog

On Thursday, August 1, the California Department of Finance Director Joe Stephenshaw officially certified that beginning January 1, 2025, California’s minimum wage will increase from $16 per hour to $16.50 per hour for all employers, regardless of size. per hour — on January 1, 2025. percent — to $16.50

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LA City Council Approves Tourism Workers’ Minimum Wage Increase

HRWatchdog

On December 11, 2024, the Los Angeles City Council voted to approve a plan to gradually increase the minimum wage for certain tourism workers airport and hotel employees within the city. The minimum wage for those tourism workers will increase as follows: $22.50 per hour on July 1, 2025. per hour on July 1, 2026.

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Fast Food Minimum Wage Also Affects Exempt Employee Salary

HRWatchdog

We are a fast food restaurant covered by the recent minimum wage law for fast food restaurant employees. Yes, the recent minimum wage law hike for fast food chain workers also has a substantial impact on the minimum salary required for exempt employees in the fast food industry. per month) to qualify as exempt.

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DIR FAQs Answer Top Health Care Worker Minimum Wage Questions

HRWatchdog

FAQ 16) When calculating the wages exempt from garnishment for a health care worker, what minimum hourly wage is applicable? FAQ 19) Does an employer covered by the new law have to post a new minimum wage or Industrial Welfare Commission order? Learn how to power your business with a CalChamber membership. Not a member?

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What’s Next in HR? Top 10 Workplace Trends for 2025

Netchex HR Blog

Here are the top ten HR trends for 2025: 1 – Continuing the HR + AI Revolution With every new year, HR + AI is one of the most talked about HR trends. Here are the top ten HR trends for 2025: 1 – Continuing the HR + AI Revolution With every new year, HR + AI is one of the most talked about HR trends.

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What You Need to Know About Employment Law Changes in 2025

HR Partner

As we move into 2025, its time to look at the employment law updates that could impact your business. From changes in wages to new employee rights, staying ahead of these changes ensures you’re not only compliant but also supporting your team in the best way possible. per hour, with adjustments for inflation.

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California Health Care Worker Minimum Wage Starts October 16

HRWatchdog

After several delays , the long-awaited California health care worker minimum wage law takes effect on October 16, 2024. As a refresher, the health care worker minimum wage covers 20 different types of health care facilities: A facility or other work site that is part of an integrated health care delivery system.