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Celebrate Rising Minimum Wages for Workers Across 23 States!

We celebrate a significant victory for workers and their families as 23 states and 48 cities and counties are set to raise their minimum wages in the coming year! With three states—Illinois, Delaware, and Rhode Island—joining the $15 per hour minimum wage milestone, and others pushing even further above it, these changes represent a critical step toward economic justice.

This movement acknowledges that fair pay is essential not just for affording basics like food, housing, and medicine but also for improving overall well-being. Workers in states like California and New Jersey will see even higher wages for some industries, setting an inspiring example for the nation.

Raising the pay floor provides millions of workers with the financial stability to support their families, invest in their futures, and contribute to their communities. These changes also affirm the dignity and value of labor, improving health, educational outcomes, and access to opportunities for countless families.

Sign this petition to applaud state and local leaders for championing workers’ rights and call on other regions to follow their lead in building a fairer, more equitable future for all!
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