California lawmakers on Monday approved a nation-leading measure that would give more than a half-million fast food workers more power and protections, over the objections of restaurant owners who warn it would drive up consumers' costs.
with equal numbers of workers' delegates and employers' representatives, along with two state officials, empowered to set minimum standards for wages, hours and working conditions in California.
"This legislation is a huge step forward for workers in California and all across the country," she said as advocates offered it as a model for other states. Debate split along party lines, with Republicans opposed, although three Democratic senators voted against the measure and several did not vote.
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