Senate Bill 171 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Robert L. StewartSenator

Democrat

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Minimum wage; established, small business exempted

Summary

SB171 would establish a state minimum wage of $10.00 per hour in Alabama starting January 1, 2027, with small businesses (50 or fewer employees) exempt from the requirement.

What This Bill Does

It would require employers with more than 50 employees to pay at least $10.00 per hour to their workers starting January 1, 2027. Small businesses with 50 or fewer employees would be exempt from the state minimum wage requirements. The act itself would become law and take effect on October 1, 2026.

Who It Affects

• Employees working for large employers (more than 50 employees) would be covered by the $10/hour minimum starting in 2027.
• Small businesses (50 or fewer employees) would not be required to pay the $10/hour minimum under this act.

Key Provisions

• Establishes a state minimum wage of $10.00 per hour, effective January 1, 2027.
• Exempts small businesses with 50 or fewer employees from the state minimum wage requirement.
• The act becomes effective on October 1, 2026.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 12, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Labor & Employment