What does Preamble of S 3780 do?

This bill aims to increase the Federal minimum wage The bill was introduced to the Senate on February 4, 2026 It was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

What does SHORT TITLE. of S 3780 do?

This Act establishes a short title for identification purposes.

What does MINIMUM WAGE INCREASES. of S 3780 do?

This section amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to establish a series of minimum wage increases. The minimum wage will increase to $10.00 per hour, then $13.00, $16.50, and finally $20.00 over a four-year period, beginning on the effective date under section 7 of the Give America a Raise Act. After four years, the minimum wage will be adjusted annually based on increases in either the Consumer Price Index or the Gross Domestic Product. The Secretary is responsible for determining the annual minimum wage amount, 90 days before it takes effect. The annual adjustment will be based on the greater of the annual percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index or the Gross Domestic Product. If there are no increases in either the Consumer Price Index or the Gross Domestic Product, the minimum wage will remain at the previous year's level.

What does TIPPED EMPLOYEES. of S 3780 do?

This section amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 regarding tipped employees. The base minimum wage for tipped employees is increased in stages. Employees have the right to retain any tips received. Employers must inform employees of this right. A scheduled repeal of the separate minimum wage for tipped employees is established.

What does NEWLY HIRED EMPLOYEES WHO ARE LESS THAN 20 YEARS OLD. of S 3780 do?

This section amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 regarding the minimum wage for newly hired employees under 20 years old. It establishes a tiered minimum wage system for these employees, starting at $6.00 an hour for the first year. The wage increases annually, either by $2.00 or the amount needed to equal the standard minimum wage, whichever is less. The tiered system continues until the wage reaches the standard minimum wage. This section repeals the separate minimum wage provision for newly hired employees under 20 once the tiered wage equals the standard minimum wage. It also amends a publication notice related to the Fair Labor Standards Act.

What does PUBLICATION OF NOTICE. of S 3780 do?

This section amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938. The amendment requires the Secretary to publish a notice of wage increases. The notice must be published 60 days prior to the effective date of the increase. The notice will be published in the Federal Register and on the Department of Labor website.

What does PROMOTING ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH of S 3780 do?

This section amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to gradually increase the minimum wage for individuals with disabilities. The amendments establish a schedule of wage increases over six years, starting at $5.00 per hour and reaching $20.00 per hour before aligning with the general wage rate. New special certificates allowing employers to pay below the standard minimum wage are prohibited. The Secretary of Labor is required to provide technical assistance to employers transitioning to the new wage rates and information to individuals currently employed at special minimum wage rates. The authority to issue special certificates expires six years after the wage rate described in section 14(c)(1)(A)(i)(VII) takes effect. This section also amends the publication requirements under section 6 of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

What does GENERAL EFFECTIVE DATE. of S 3780 do?

This Act takes effect on the first day of the third month after enactment Exceptions to the effective date are provided elsewhere in the Act

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Give America a Raise Act — S. 3780

Last updated: 2/4/2026 · Introduced: 2/4/2026

Author: Ruben Gallego (D-AZ)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill gradually increases the federal minimum wage to $20.00 per hour over four years, with subsequent annual adjustments based on inflation or economic growth.
The bill reforms minimum wage rules for tipped employees, ensuring they retain all tips and ultimately eliminating the separate minimum wage for this group.
The bill establishes a tiered minimum wage system for newly hired employees under 20 years old, gradually raising their wage until it reaches the standard minimum wage, and increases the minimum wage for individuals with disabilities to align with the general wage rate.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 7471(In Committee)Official page

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