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Florida's minimum wage is increasing annually and is set to reach $15 per hour in 2026.

A proposed bill, HB 221, would allow some workers in training programs to opt out of the state minimum wage.

Supporters of the bill argue it would create more work opportunities, while opponents fear it could be abused by employers.

Florida’s minimum wage just went up another dollar on its way to reaching $15 per hour in 2026.

A Florida legislator has already filed a bill to allow some employers to get around that by letting people working in apprenticeships, internships or work-study programs choose to opt out.

HB 221, filed by Rep. Ryan Chamberlin , R–Belleview, is similar to one he filed last year (HB 541 ) that advanced in both houses but died in committee. He said

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