Bryan Proposes Gradual Minimum Wage Increase to $15 by 2028, Alongside New Bill For Small-Scale Breweries and Distilleries

Gradual Minimum Wage Increase Proposed

Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has introduced two major pieces of legislation to the 36th Legislature.

Minimum Wage Increase

The proposed "Act to Increase the Minimum Wage" aims to increase the territory-wide minimum wage from $10.50 to $15 an hour over three years.

"This phased minimum wage increase balances compassion with common sense,"

said Governor Bryan, ensuring that the territory's wage growth benefits all workers.

Author's summary: Governor proposes minimum wage increase.

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