Posts Tagged Minimum Wage
Virginia’s minimum wage is set to increase in 2025
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 17, 2024
Virginia’s minimum wage is about to go up. Michael Pope has this preview.
Could Virginia finally implement a minimum wage for farmworkers?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 28, 2024
Members of the General Assembly are considering a bill that would overturn a law from the Jim Crow era. Michael Pope has the story.
Senate Democrats push forward with minimum wage increase despite veto threat
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 13, 2024
As the General Assembly session reaches its mid-point, Democrats are moving forward with legislation to raise the minimum wage from to $15 an hour. As Michael Pope tells us, the governor is expected to veto it.
Virginia $15 Minimum wage bill passes House, heads to Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2024
An effort to increase Virginia’s minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2026 is on its way out of the Virginia House. Advocates say it’s needed to support low income workers, but Republicans are pushing back. Brad Kutner has more.
Virginia Democrats push higher wages for farm workers despite Youngkin veto threat
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 24, 2024
Virginia Democrats are hoping to get rid of some exceptions to the state’s minimum wage laws. Those exceptions include farm laborers who can be paid as little as the federal minimum wage, $7.25 an hour, while the state’s minimum wage is $12 an hour. Brad Kutner has more.
Raising the minimum wage is a top priority for Virginia Democrats this session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 16, 2024
Democrats in the General Assembly are hoping to raise the minimum wage. Michael Pope reports.
Could a minimum wage increase be on the horizon for 2024?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 5, 2023
One of the first agenda items for Democrats who will soon take control of the General Assembly is raising the minimum wage. Michael Pope reports.
Religion references frame House debate on Republican proposal to stop minimum wage increases
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 1, 2022
The minimum wage in Virginia is now $11 an hour. It’s supposed to go up to $12 next year, unless a Republican bill passes. Jahd Khalil has this report from the Capitol.
An Increase to the Minimum Wage in Virginia Currently Doesn’t Apply to All Workers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 28, 2020
Earlier this year, lawmakers passed an increase to the minimum wage in Virginia. But there’s one group of low-wage workers who won’t see an increase. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Minimum Wage: Should it Extend to Farm Workers?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 6, 2020
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Governor Ralph Northam is now considering hundreds of bills the General Assembly sent him last month, including one that raises the minimum wage. Michael Pope reports that the governor is being urged to get rid of an exemption for one category of worker.
COVID-19 Could Stir New Debate Over Virginia’s Minimum Wage
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 30, 2020
Governor Ralph Northam isn’t just dealing with the pandemic. He’s also considering hundreds of bills lawmakers sent to him last month. And, the economic crisis is shining a new light on one potentially critical decision. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Religious Leaders Speak Out Against Regional Minimum Wage Approach
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 19, 2020
Religious leaders from across Virginia gather for a prayer vigil outside the Capitol. They’re calling for a $15 minimum wage across Virginia instead of the regional approach favored by the Senate. (Credit: Michael Pope)
Faith leaders from across Virginia are pressing Senate Democrats to abandon their regional approach to raising the minimum wage. Michael Pope reports.
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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