Although the federal minimum wage hasn’t changed in more than 10 years, smaller-scale changes have persisted throughout this year. Whether it’s cities, states or major employers, there has been much discussion about the minimum wage and changes have followed.
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As companies have pulled out all the stops to bring people back to work, the minimum wage continues to be a hot topic of conversation. The Economic Policy Institute notes several potential benefits of a $15 federal minimum wage, including an increase in wages for 59% of those below the poverty line.
While no federal minimum wage increase has passed since 2009, efforts continue. In the meantime, below are some of the ways the minimum wage increased in 2021.
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The following states raised their minimum wage in 2021, either by legislation or ballot measure:
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