The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code to increase Ohio's state minimum wage, implementing a tiered schedule that sets the minimum wage at $12 per hour in 2026, escalating to $15 per hour by 2029. It mandates annual adjustments to the wage rate based on inflation starting in September 2029 and prohibits local governments from establishing a minimum wage that differs from the state rate. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance employee awareness of their rights regarding minimum wage and requires employers to maintain wage and hour records for at least three years, providing employees access to their pay information upon request.

Moreover, the bill clarifies the process for employees to request their employment information, stipulating that employers must respond within thirty business days unless an alternative timeframe is agreed upon. It also outlines the requirements for submitting requests and allows for confidential complaints to be filed with the state regarding violations of employee rights. The legislation empowers the state to investigate employer compliance with labor laws, establishes penalties for violations, and repeals certain existing sections of the Revised Code to streamline the legal framework governing employee rights and employer responsibilities.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4111.02, 4111.05, 4111.09, 4111.14, 4111.07