Wednesday not only brings a new month, but new minimum wage rules, as well.
“Starting tomorrow, July 1st, check your check.”
Advocates and elected officials reminding residents of minimum wage hikes taking effect July 1st: $17.05 in Chicago, $15.40 across Cook County for domestic workers, $12.96 in the city and $9.25 in Cook County for tipped employees.
Chicago Deputy Mayor for Labor Relations Militza Pagán.
“This comes at a critical time for Chicago’s working families. The Trump Administration continues to raise costs, but in Chicago, we have taken steps to make Chicago the most affordable big city in the United States.”
Jose Uribe with the group Arise Chicago says workers who fear they’re not being paid fairly must speak up.
“We can’t ignore the context we are living and working in. Based on the ongoing attacks by the federal government on our communities and on immigrants in particular, there is a crisis of confidence right now in the government. We want to remind and reassure people that local government stands behind you and will support you in defending your rights in the workplace.”
Wednesday not only brings a new month, but new minimum wage rules, as well.
Wednesday not only brings a new month, but new minimum wage rules, as well.
