Minimum wage Verified

California sets a $19.75 minimum wage for H-2A and comparable farmworkers (AB 2646)

Jurisdiction
California
Effective date
2027-01-01
Who it covers
Agricultural employers using H-2A or similar temporary programs
Status
Verified against an official source

The law, summarized

  • Approved by the Governor September 30, 2026 (Chapter 956).
  • SSA announced a 3.6% COLA for 2027; the state has not yet published the adjusted 2027 farmworker figure, so confirm the exact rate before Jan 1 (TBD).
StateHR Take · AI-generated analysis, not legal advice

Who should act: California growers and farm labor contractors using H-2A workers. Budget for the higher rate for both H-2A and comparable local crews. Confirm the details in the official source before acting.

Generated 2026-11-01T12:00-06:00

Official sources