What is the minimum wage?
The minimum wage is the starting hourly wage an employer can pay an employee for work. Currently, the federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (part of the Fair Labor Standards Act). Some states and cities have raised their minimum wage higher than that. In most instances, the higher of the prevailing minimum wage requirements is binding for employers.
September 2, 2026
California’s Minimum Wage Hikes Leave Restaurant Workers Behind
Florida
August 28, 2026
A $25 Minimum Wage Will Slash More FL Jobs
The Miami Herald claims affordability is top of mind for Florida voters this election season. It also claims State Rep. Angie Nixon has the answer: a $25 minimum wage.
August 21, 2026
NEW STUDY: $25 Federal Min Wage Would Slash 5 Million Jobs
Sen. Chris Murphy says his $25 federal minimum wage bill makes sure “everyone is able to pay their bills.” But new EPI research shows it would eliminate 5…
Colorado
August 14, 2026
Denver’s Mile High Minimum Wage Problem
Many states and localities are beginning to announce their minimum wage increases for 2027. And if last week’s announcement from California seemed bad, take a look at Denver. The…
August 7, 2026
Newsom’s Latest Victory Lap Ignores CA Wage Hike History
Alameda County officials just hit the brakes on a proposal to raise the local minimum wage to $30 an hour. Rather than sending the measure directly to voters this November,…