Economic Policy Institute: 'Adjusting Minimum Wages for Inflation is a Necessary Yet Modest Step Toward Protecting Affordability for Low-wage Workers'
May 14, 2026
May 14, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Economic Policy Institute issued the following report on March 23, 2026 by Josh Bivens and Ben Zipperer entitled "Adjusting minimum wages for inflation is a necessary yet modest step toward protecting affordability for low-wage workers."
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In 2024, the California Fast Food Council--composed of worker, industry, and government representatives--instituted a $20 minimum wage for workers at la . . .
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In 2024, the California Fast Food Council--composed of worker, industry, and government representatives--instituted a $20 minimum wage for workers at la . . .