Convenience Store News, Dec 20, 2016
NATIONAL REPORT — The new year will usher in pay raises for workers in several cities and states.
In all, the minimum wage is set to increase in 21 states, at least 22 cities, four counties and one region, according to CNNMoney.com.
The majority of those increases will take place on Jan. 1. Wage hikes in Maryland, Oregon and Washington, D.C. go into effect in July. In addition, New York State will increase its minimum pay on Dec. 31, 2016. ...
However, as the report noted, not all employer groups oppose higher wages for the lowest paid. Business for a Fair Minimum Wage, which is funded primarily by foundations and individual businesses, often notes the potential advantages of a higher minimum, including lower employee turnover and increased productivity.