Richmond, VA - We are encouraged that SB 1200, sponsored by Sen. Rosalyn Dance, advanced out of committee today. SB 1200 would increase Virginia’s minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 by 2021.

Tram Nguyen, Co-Executive Director, New Virginia Majority

We need to give working people opportunities so that they don’t have to make the hard choice between food on the table or a roof over their heads. One way to ensure the success of people who live and work in Virginia is a minimum wage that allows them a decent standard of living. The minimum wage bill is long overdue in the Commonwealth and will help pave the way to a more prosperous and equitable Virginia.

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