Higher Wages for American Workers Act of 2025 sets a minimum wage of $15 starting in 2026 and adjusts it annually based on inflation.
The Higher Wages for American Workers Act of 2025 amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to increase the minimum wage. It sets the minimum wage at $15 starting January 1, 2026. Each subsequent year, the Secretary will determine the new minimum wage based on the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, rounded to the nearest $0.05. This adjustment aims to keep wages in line with inflation, ensuring that the purchasing power of the minimum wage is maintained over time.
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