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Minimum wage increases approved for 21 states in 2025

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Minimum wage increases approved for 21 states in 2025

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  • Minimum wage increases in 21 states will affect approximately 9.2 million workers starting in 2025.
  • Wage adjustments will lead to an estimated increase of $5.7 billion in total payroll.
  • California's wage will rise from $16 to $16.50; 48 cities and counties are also increasing their minimum wages.
  • Women, Black, and Hispanic workers are projected to be the most impacted by these increases.
  • The federal minimum wage has remained unchanged at $7.25 for the last 15 years, raising concerns about living standards.

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