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California: Gov. Newsom Raises Minimum Wage for Fast-Food Workers to $20

HeadlineSep 29, 2023

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation to increase the minimum wage for fast-food workers to $20 an hour. The law also creates a new council to help set industry-wide standards on pay and working conditions. The law takes effect April 1.

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