Virginia To Raise Minimum Wage
Summary
Virginia lawmakers have passed a plan to raise the state's minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2028. This change will happen in steps, starting from $12.77 in 2026. The proposal aims to help workers by gradually increasing wages and adjusting them with inflation.Key Facts
- Virginia plans to raise its minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2028.
- The increase will start with $12.77 an hour in 2026 and $13.75 in 2027.
- Wages will be adjusted each year based on inflation after reaching $15.
- The Virginia Senate passed the wage bill with a 20-19 vote.
- Democratic Governor Abigail Spanberger supports the bill and plans to sign it into law.
- Democrats argue the increase is necessary for workers dealing with rising costs.
- Republicans warn the change might lead to job losses and layoffs.
- This is the first significant wage increase plan in Virginia in several years.
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