California fast food workers will earn
at least $20 per hour. How's that minimum
wage compare?
Posted By: NorthernDog, 9/16/2023 7:05:55 PM
Unions representing health care workers, fast food workers and other industries are increasingly flexing their power, as employees take to the picket lines this summer. Across industries, workers are seeking improved benefits, better working conditions and most commonly, increased wages. In California, nearly 1 million fast food and healthcare workers are set to get a major raise after a deal was announced earlier this week between labor unions and industries. Under the new bill, most of California's 500,000 fast food workers will be paid at least $20 per hour next year. And a separate bill will increase health care workers'
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California fast food workers will earn
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wage compare? 29 replies
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wage compare? 29 replies
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$20/hour to say 'Want fries wit dat'? The cost for a simple meal will skyrocket.