Bill seeks to lower the minimum wage for minors in Missouri

By: Sawyer Bess

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: February 9, 2026

Words: 422

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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A bill that would lower the minimum wage for minors was pitched by its sponsor last week as a way to help small businesses and young workers.

The legislation would create a separate minimum wage for those under age 18 who are employed in Missouri. The new minimum wage rate for minors would be $12.30 per hour, down from the state rate of $15 per hour.

The bill’s sponsor, Sen. Joe Nicola, a Republican from …

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