King County Council votes to raise minimum wage to $20 an hour

'One job should be enough to cover basic needs like rent and groceries.'

Employees in unincorporated King County will soon see a substantial increase in their paychecks after a minimum wage increase to $20 an hour was approved on Tuesday.The measure, passed by the King County Council, is set to enhance the earnings of workers in unincorporated areas, equipping them to better handle the increasing living expenses in the region. Keep reading to learn more about the new minimum wage, and when it will go into effect.The new minimum wage will be $20.

"This law extends a ladder of opportunity to tens of thousands of hardworking King County residents," he said, underlining the disparity of those left behind due to inadequate wages.The change in the wage structure will take place on Jan. 1, 2025, and will potentially be subject to future increases in line with inflation rates.

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