House Bill 2743
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Raise the Wage Act of 2025
Introduced
Introduced in House on Apr 8, 2025
Bill Intelligence
The bill proposes a gradual increase in the federal minimum wage, starting at $9.50 per hour and reaching $17.00 per hour over six years, including for tipped employees. It aims to eliminate separate minimum wages for newly hired employees under 20 years old to ensure equal pay for similar work. The bill also seeks to raise the minimum wage for individuals with disabilities over the next six years. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of publishing notices in the Federal Register to inform about any wage increases. If enacted, the bill will take effect on the first day of the third month after its enactment.
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Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
2743
Congress
119
Policy Area
Labor and Employment
Labor and Employment
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting hiring and composition of the workforce, wages and benefits, labor-management relations; occupational safety, personnel management, unemployment compensation. Measures concerning public-sector employment may fall under Government Operations and Politics policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
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April 8, 2025
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04/08/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
04/08/2025
Introduced in House
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