Give America a Raise Act
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Give America a Raise Act proposes to gradually increase the Federal minimum wage to $20.00 per hour, with adjustments based on inflation and GDP growth. It also aims to improve protections for tipped employees, ensuring they receive a base wage and retain tips. Furthermore, the bill introduces a minimum wage for newly hired employees under 20 and provides assistance to employers employing individuals with disabilities. Finally, it mandates public notice of wage increases.
Key provisions
- Increases the federal minimum wage to $10.00 per hour, rising to $20.00 per hour over four years.
- Adjusts the minimum wage annually based on the Consumer Price Index and Gross Domestic Product.
- Guarantees a base minimum wage of $6.00 per hour for tipped employees, increasing over time.
- Allows tipped employees to retain all tips received.
- Establishes a minimum wage of $6.00 per hour for newly hired employees under 20, increasing annually.
- Provides transition assistance to employers with special minimum wage certificates for individuals with disabilities.
- Requires employers to inform employees of their right to retain tips.
- Mandates public notice of minimum wage increases.
Who is affected
- Low-Wage Workers
- Employers
- Federal Government
- Labor Unions
- Bureau of Labor Statistics
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