This bill amends the Minimum Wage Law by prohibiting the payment of a base wage lower than the standard minimum wage for tipped workers who earn more than $30 per month. Specifically, the introductory paragraph of RSA 279:21 is repealed and reenacted to clarify that no employer may pay an employee an hourly rate below the federal minimum wage, with certain exceptions outlined in the law.

The bill aims to ensure that tipped workers receive fair compensation and aligns state law with federal minimum wage standards. It will take effect 60 days after its passage, reinforcing the commitment to protect the earnings of workers in the service industry.