California voters are faced with Proposition 32, which proposes increasing the minimum wage from $16 to an immediate $17 per hour and up to $18 by January 2025. If the proposition fails, the wage is anticipated to reach approximately $17 by 2026. The gradual increase is especially significant for small businesses, offering them time to adjust. It's important to note that independent contractors and those cities already at a higher minimum wage would not be affected.
The proposed increase under Proposition 32 would not extend to independent contractors or self-employed individuals, highlighting a limitation in the reach of this wage adjustment. Moreover, fast-food workers are also set apart, as they have established their own minimum wage of $20 per hour. This separation of categories emphasizes the complexities of wage laws in California, indicating how different worker groups may require tailored wage policies.
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