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Despite Opposition from Businesses, Bill to Hike Minimum Wage to $18 Moves Forward
January 25, 2022
Fellows mentioned in this story: Gavin Thornton, Cohort VIII
From Hawai‘i News Now:
While many workers and advocates say it’s about time lawmakers prioritize increasing the minimum wage, some business owners say it’s too soon.
Hawai‘i’s minimum wage has been stuck at $10.10 for four years.
If a bill moving through the state Legislature is passed, the minimum wage would increase to $12 in October, $15 in 2024, and finally $18 in 2026.
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