HB27 Alabama 2015 2nd Special Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

David FaulknerRepresentative

Republican

Session

Second Special Session 2015

Title

Minimum wages, political subdivisions of state prohibited from establishing above amount set by federal law

Summary

HB27 would stop local governments in Alabama from setting a minimum wage higher than federal or state law and void any such local rules.

What This Bill Does

It prohibits counties, municipalities, and other political subdivisions from enacting or enforcing an ordinance, policy, rule, or other mandate that requires a minimum wage not required by state or federal law. There is an exception allowing the subdivision to set wages for its own employees. Any local ordinance that conflicts with this prohibition is void. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.

Who It Affects

• Local governments in Alabama (counties, municipalities, and other political subdivisions) would be barred from enacting or enforcing minimum-wage rules that exceed state or federal law.
• Private employers operating in those jurisdictions would be constrained by the limit, as local wage mandates above state or federal law could not be enacted.

Key Provisions

• Prohibits local governments from enacting or administering minimum-wage mandates that exceed state or federal law.
• Provides an exception for wages or terms of employment for employees of the political subdivision itself.
• Any inconsistent local ordinance is void.
• Effective immediately upon passage and approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Compensation