Bill H.374, introduced by Representative Krasnow, seeks to amend current labor laws by repealing the authority of the Commissioner of Labor to recommend a subminimum wage specifically for individuals with disabilities. The proposed changes involve modifying Section 385 of Title 21 of the Vermont Statutes Annotated, where the language regarding the recommendation of wage rates for "persons with disabilities" is deleted. Instead, the bill allows the Commissioner to recommend a suitable scale of rates for learners and apprentices, without including individuals with disabilities in this provision.

The bill emphasizes the intention to eliminate the possibility of a subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities, thereby ensuring that all workers receive at least the regular minimum wage. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage, reflecting a commitment to equitable employment practices for individuals with disabilities in Vermont.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 21-385