Mississippi minimum wage bills HB 108 and HB 526 currently stalled in committee.
Two significant bills, HB 108 and HB 526, were introduced in the 2026 Regular Session to establish Mississippi's first-ever state minimum wage. HB 108 proposes a $10 hourly wage, while HB 526 seeks a $15 hourly wage. Both bills currently remain in committee, reflecting the historical legislative resistance to state-level wage mandates in Mississippi.
Mississippi Minimum Wage Bills (HB 108 & HB 526)
Tracking legislation that would establish a state minimum wage in Mississippi for the first time, proposing $10 or $15 per hour, while preserving preemption.
What those rules do as a Mississippi shift is created.
While these bills are not yet law, understanding their proposed impact is crucial for employers in Mississippi. If enacted, they would fundamentally alter the state's wage landscape, moving from a federal-default system to one with a state-mandated minimum.
Minimum Wage Check
If either HB 108 or HB 526 were to pass, every shift worked in Mississippi would be immediately checked against the new state minimum wage ($10 or $15, respectively). Employers would be required to ensure all non-exempt employees receive at least this new rate.
Tipped Employee Exemption Applied
Both proposed bills include specific exemptions for tipped employees, similar to federal FLSA rules. Employers of tipped employees would still be able to utilize a tip credit, provided certain conditions are met and the combined wage meets the new minimum.
Preemption Framework Maintained
Crucially, both bills explicitly preserve Mississippi's existing preemption framework (Miss. Code § 17-1-51). This means local jurisdictions would continue to be prohibited from enacting their own minimum wage ordinances, ensuring a single, statewide standard.
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Mississippi's proposed state minimum wage bills.
As of April 2026, Mississippi does not have a state minimum wage, relying instead on the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) minimum of $7.25 per hour. HB 108 and HB 526 represent the most recent legislative efforts to introduce a state-specific minimum wage, marking a potential shift in the state's long-standing approach to wage regulation.
Mississippi HB 108 (2026 Regular Session)
Section 1. Mississippi Minimum Wage Law. (1) Every employer shall pay to each of his or her employees wages at a rate of not less than Ten Dollars ($10.00) per hour for all hours worked. (2) This section shall not apply to employees who receive tips, provided that the sum of the cash wage paid by the employer and the tips received by the employee equals or exceeds the minimum wage rate established herein. (3) This section shall not be construed to authorize any political subdivision of the state to establish a minimum wage rate higher than the state minimum wage rate established in this section.
Mississippi HB 526 (2026 Regular Session)
Section 1. Mississippi Minimum Wage Act. (1) Except as otherwise provided in this act, every employer shall pay to each employee wages at a rate of not less than Fifteen Dollars ($15.00) per hour. (2) The provisions of this act shall not apply to any employee for whom the employer is permitted to take a tip credit under federal law, provided that the employee receives at least the minimum wage established herein when tips are added to the direct wage. (3) No county, municipality, or other political subdivision of the state shall establish or enforce any minimum wage requirement that exceeds the minimum wage rate established by this act.
Legislative Context and Prospects
Mississippi stands as one of only five states without its own minimum wage law, making these bills particularly noteworthy. The state has a history of legislative sessions where minimum wage proposals fail to advance beyond committee. Both HB 108 and HB 526 were referred to the House Labor Committee and have not been reported out, indicating uncertain prospects for passage in the current session. The legislative trajectory suggests a continued preference for federal wage standards over state-specific mandates.
Impact on Employers and Preemption
Should either bill unexpectedly pass, employers in Mississippi would face a significant compliance adjustment, transitioning from the current federal-default of $7.25 to a new state minimum of $10 or $15. However, both bills explicitly include language to maintain Mississippi's broad preemption statute (Miss. Code § 17-1-51), which prohibits local governments from enacting their own wage and leave mandates. This ensures that any state minimum wage, if enacted, would apply uniformly across all jurisdictions within Mississippi, preventing a patchwork of local ordinances.
Teambridge monitors Mississippi's legislative efforts to establish minimum wage.
Teambridge continuously tracks legislative developments in Mississippi, including bills like HB 108 and HB 526, to ensure our platform is always ready to adapt to potential changes in state wage law. Our system is designed to seamlessly integrate new requirements if and when they become law, protecting your business from compliance gaps.
Real-time monitoring of HB 108 & HB 526.
Teambridge's legal team actively monitors the status of minimum wage bills in Mississippi's legislative sessions. We track committee movements, amendments, and voting records for HB 108 and HB 526 to anticipate potential impacts.
Automated updates for new minimum wages.
If a state minimum wage bill passes and becomes law, Teambridge automatically adjusts the minimum wage floor for all Mississippi employees in your system, ensuring immediate compliance with the new rates ($10 or $15).
Intelligent handling of tipped employee exemptions.
Our platform is configured to apply the correct tip credit rules based on federal and, if applicable, new state law. Teambridge ensures that tipped employees' combined wages meet the required minimum, preventing underpayment.
Maintaining a single, statewide standard.
Teambridge's system respects Mississippi's preemption laws. We ensure that only state-mandated wage rules are applied, preventing confusion or non-compliance from local ordinances that might attempt to override state law.
People also ask.
Does Mississippi have a state minimum wage?
No, Mississippi does not currently have a state minimum wage. Employers in Mississippi are subject to the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
What are HB 108 and HB 526?
HB 108 and HB 526 are two bills introduced in the 2026 Mississippi Regular Session that propose to establish a state minimum wage. HB 108 suggests a $10.00 per hour minimum wage, while HB 526 proposes $15.00 per hour. Both bills are currently stalled in committee.
If passed, when would these minimum wage bills take effect?
Both HB 108 and HB 526, if passed as introduced, would become effective on July 1, 2027. This provides employers a transition period to adjust to the new wage requirements.
Do these bills affect tipped employees?
Yes, both bills address tipped employees. They explicitly state that the minimum wage requirements would not apply to employees who receive tips, provided that the sum of the cash wage paid by the employer and the tips received by the employee equals or exceeds the new state minimum wage, similar to federal FLSA rules.
Can cities or counties in Mississippi set their own minimum wage?
No. Both HB 108 and HB 526 contain language that preserves Mississippi's existing wage and leave preemption law (Miss. Code § 17-1-51). This means that even if a state minimum wage is enacted, local governments would continue to be prohibited from establishing their own minimum wage rates.
What are the chances of HB 108 or HB 526 passing?
Given Mississippi's historical legislative trajectory and the fact that both bills remain in committee without being reported out, the prospects of HB 108 or HB 526 passing in the 2026 session are uncertain and generally considered low. The state has consistently opted for federal default on minimum wage.