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California bill would expand exemptions to the pending $20 fast-food wage

 By Peter Romeo on Feb. 07, 2024

An architect of the bill setting the new wage has proposed excusing quick-service restaurants in a number of locations, including casinos, sports arenas and state-owned beaches.

Workforce

New Year brings higher minimum wages in 22 states

 By Peter Romeo on Jan. 02, 2024

Steeper increases were seen among 69 municipalities and counties that also raised their pay floors. Here's a look at where the wage is highest.

Workforce

California's wage law could pave the way for $18 Big Macs

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 06, 2023

Working Lunch: A McDonald's in Connecticut is already charging that much for a combo featuring the signature sandwich. Might that become the threshold in the industry's largest restaurant market?

Leadership

Force behind Calif.'s $15 wage is named the state's new U.S. senator

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 02, 2023

Laphonza Butler comes to the job after spending much of her career leading the SEIU's California chapter.

Workforce

How the deal on Calif.'s fast-food wages came about

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 27, 2023

Squeezed between two bad possibilities, the industry negotiated what proponents say is an acceptable middle-ground compromise.

Workforce

Landmark California fast-food wage bill is headed for final passage

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 15, 2023

The measure, which has also been passed by the state legislature, would set up a council to set wages and working conditions, starting with an increase in the minimum wage for fast-food workers to $20 an hour in April.

Workforce

Battle over Chicago's tip credit escalates

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 13, 2023

With a vote expected within weeks, the restaurant industry is mustering its resources--and plenty of research--to avoid a situation like the one that unfolded in Washington, D.C.

Workforce

Get ready for a new push to raise wages

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 15, 2023

Reality Check: With housing costs at nosebleed levels, pressure is building to adjust pay rates accordingly.

Workforce

Bernie Sanders throws his support behind a nationwide $17 minimum wage

By Peter Romeo on May 04, 2023

The Senate committee he chairs will take up a bill next month to phase in the higher wage over five years. He did not mention what changes he might seek in the tip credit.

Workforce

New York City and its suburbs are looking at a wage hike to $17 an hour

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 28, 2023

The pay floor for New York City, Long Island and Westchester County would rise next year to $16 on way to $17. Other parts of the state would have a mandated minimum of $16

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