2022 House Bill 6024

Increase employer wage-and-hour law penalties

Introduced in the House

April 14, 2022

Introduced by Rep. Alex Garza (D-12)

To increase from $1,000 to $10,000 the fine imposed on employers for violations of a state wages-and-hours law that prescribes the time and manner of payment of wages and fringe benefits to employees.

Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism