The bill amends K.S.A. 44-1202 and K.S.A. 44-1203, primarily updating the definition of "employer" and establishing a new minimum wage. The definition of "employer" is revised to exclude the previous stipulation that it does not include employers subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act, while the definition of "employee" remains largely unchanged. The bill also sets a new minimum wage of not less than $15 an hour, replacing the previous rates of $2.65 and $7.25 per hour.

Additionally, the bill allows employers to include tips and gratuities in calculating the minimum wage for employees who receive them, with specific conditions outlined for when the employer must supplement the employee's earnings to meet the minimum wage requirement. The provisions of this section will not apply to employers and employees covered under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. The bill will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 44-1202, 44-1203