Living Wage For All Act

Increased Income for Workers: The bill establishes a schedule of wage increases to reach a minimum of $25 per hour, which is intended to align wages with the actual cost of living (Section 2(a)).

Economic Security for Tipped Employees: Tipped employees will see their base cash wages increase over time, eventually reaching the standard minimum wage (Section 6(a)).

Rights for Tipped Workers: The bill grants employees the specific right to retain any tips they receive (Section 6(b)).

Support for Youth and Individuals with Disabilities: The act increases the minimum wages for workers under 20 years old and those with disabilities, while also providing transition assistance for workers with disabilities (Section 7 and Section 9(a)).

Protection for Incarcerated Workers: The bill defines incarcerated workers as employees and prohibits employers from deducting the costs of board, lodging, or court-imposed fees from their wages (Section 10).

Economic Stability: By tying the minimum wage to a share of the national median wage, the bill aims to ensure wage standards rise with the economy and prevent the erosion of purchasing power (Section 2(a)).

Burdens on Smaller Employers: The bill requires "other employers" (those not meeting the large employer definition) to follow a much slower wage increase schedule to reach the $25 threshold compared to large corporations (Section 4(a)).

Restrictions on Special Certificates: For individuals with disabilities, the bill prohibits the issuance of new special certificates for those who did not already have one before the act's enactment (Section 9(a)).

Phased Implementation for Certain Groups: While wages are increasing, some groups like tipped employees and youth workers are subject to a multi-year phase-in period before reaching the full standard minimum wage (Section 6 and Section 7).