Posts Tagged Minimum Wage
Democrats Want to Raise the Minimum Wage, But Are Split Over the Details
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 12, 2020
Democrats are united in their desire to raise the minimum wage. But, they’re divided on how to make it happen. Michael Pope reports.
Should Virginia Consider a Regional Minimum Wage?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 5, 2020
Lawmakers in Richmond are moving forward with increasing the minimum wage. But, some are pressing for regional variation. Michael Pope reports.
Workplace Protections Haven’t Always Included Domestic Workers, Some Lawmakers Want to Change That
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 29, 2020
Democrats in Richmond are pushing a hike in the minimum wage, hoping to make life easier for low-income working Virginians. But without another change in the law, that increase won’t apply to domestic workers. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Advocates Press Lawmakers to Raise the Minimum Wage, Support Home Healthcare Workers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 21, 2020
Labor unions and their supporters rally Tuesday for raising the minimum wage and passing a homecare workers bill of rights. (Credit: Michael Pope)
Labor unions didn’t have much luck when Republicans were in power. But now that Democrats are in control of the legislature, groups that support workers are excited about having their agenda moving through the General Assembly. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia’s Congressional Delegation Takes Opposite Sides on Minimum Wage Vote
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 19, 2019
Democrats in the House of Representatives have taken action to raise the minimum wage. But will workers see a benefit? Michael Pope reports.
The Future of Congressman Scott’s Effort to Raise the Minimum Wage is Unclear
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 16, 2019
Congressman Bobby Scott
The House of Representatives is set to vote this week on raising the minimum wage. And, Virginia Congressman Bobby Scott is leading the charge. Michael Pope reports.
Legislation to Raise Virginia’s Minimum Wage Killed in State Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 21, 2019
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The minimum wage in Virginia is $7.25 an hour. And, that’s not about to change anytime soon thanks to a party line vote. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Inches Closer to Raising the Minimum Wage
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 14, 2019
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The minimum wage in Virginia is $7.25 an hour, among the lowest in the nation. But, that might be changing soon. Michael Pope reports.
Some Lawmakers Want to Require Minimum Wage for Piecework Laborers in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 11, 2019
The minimum wage does not apply to all workers, and Virginia law has several categories of workers who are exempt. Although, some lawmakers want to change that. Michael Pope reports.
In Potential New Leadership Role, Scott Planning to Join Fight for 15
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 14, 2018
As Democrats plan to take control of the House of Representatives, one Virginia congressman is poised to control a key committee. And he’s already making plans for what he wants to do in that position. Michael Pope reports.
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