The bill S.6, introduced by Senators Clarkson, Major, and White, aims to repeal the authority of the Commissioner of Labor to recommend a subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities. The proposed changes to the law specifically amend Section 385 of Title 21 V.S.A., which currently allows the Commissioner to suggest a scale of rates for learners, apprentices, and persons with disabilities that may be lower than the regular minimum wage for experienced workers. The bill removes the provision that includes individuals with disabilities in this recommendation process.

In addition to the repeal, the bill clarifies that the Commissioner can still recommend wage rates for learners and apprentices, but no longer for individuals with disabilities. The act is set to take effect upon passage, signaling an immediate change in the state's approach to minimum wage practices concerning individuals with disabilities.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 21-385