HB 5671·WV·house
Increasing the minimum wage based upon increases in the consumer price index
In CommitteeFiled Feb 17, 2026
Sponsor: Williams
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To House Judiciary
Feb 17, 2026
Summary
The bill would adjust the state minimum wage each year to match the consumer price index, ensuring wages keep pace with inflation. It applies to all private employers and state employees, and the state wage can never drop below the federal minimum. The change replaces the current schedule of fixed, historic rate increases.
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