New Mexico § 50-4-22.1 - Temporary state preemption; saving clause
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 50-4-22.1 — Temporary state preemption; saving clause, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 50-4-22.1. Temporary state preemption; saving clause
A. Except as provided in Subsection B of this section, cities, counties, home rule
municipalities and other political subdivisions of the state shall not adopt or continue
in effect any law or ordinance that would mandate a minimum wage rate higher than
that set forth in the Minimum Wage Act. The provisions of this subsection expire on January 1, 2010. B. A local law or ordinance, whether advisory or self-executing, in effect on January
1, 2007 that provides for a higher minimum wage rate than that set forth in the Minimum
Wage Act shall continue in full force and effect until repealed.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 50-4-22.1
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 50-4-22.1 cover?
Section 50-4-22.1 ("Temporary state preemption; saving clause") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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