Only 7 of the 50 states in America are getting this small raise next year. The states that are receiving this so called "raise" will be Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Ohio, Oregon, Vermont and Washington. Some states, especially Colorado, can really use this increase in salary because the minimum wage in Colorado dropped by 3 cents last year due to deflation so it's a big improvement in the salaries for the individuals that are living in Colorado.
Some minimum wage people are unable to afford things so this raise in minimum wage can help individuals in being able to afford the things needed daily. More and more people are going into poverty so this increase in minimum wage will surely help a little to those living in poverty with a minimum wage income.
2 comments:
This wage increase seems like a great way to jump start the new year! Even though only 7 states will be implementing this increase, its still a great gift considering the state of our current economy. I have held jobs before and know first-hand that every penny does matter and any increase is a welcome increase!
Although it is only seven states that are recieving a "raise", every penny helps in the long run. It is good to see some improvement in what the minimum wage workers are making, even if it is a small improvement like 9-12 cents an hour.
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