Living Wage Now Act
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What This Bill Does
This bill would change the federal minimum wage requirement to $15 an hour. The bill amends an existing federal law called the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to set this new wage floor.
Who It Affects
Not specified in bill text
Key Provisions
• The federal minimum wage would be set at $15 an hour, beginning on the
What Changes
The federal minimum wage would change from its current amount to $15 an hour. This change would apply to employers covered under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Important Definitions
None defined
Effective Date
The bill would take effect on the first day of the third month after the date Congress passes it (Sec. 3). For example, if Congress passes the bill on January 25, the earliest effective date would be the first day of the third month after that date.
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