By Taylor Tosheff
ABC27 WHTM, Harrisburg, PA, June 21, 2023
The Pennsylvania House passed a bill Tuesday to eventually raise the state’s minimum wage to $15 an hour. Employers who rely on tips would also see an increase. ...
“I feel like as employers, it’s our responsibility to pay a living wage and take care of our employees the best way we know how to,” said Jennie Groff, co-owner of Lancaster Sweet Shoppe and Stroopies Inc.
Groff employs refugee women living in Lancaster. Employees start at $13 an hour and move up to $14 after one month of training.
“Most of the women on our team are getting $15 or $16 currently,” said Groff. ...