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DCED cites 869,900 workers affected by proposed $15 minimum wage; lawmakers debate phase-in and small-business protections
Pennsylvania House Appropriations Committee · February 18, 2024
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Summary
Secretary Seager told the committee that 2023 data show 869,900 Pennsylvania workers earn between $7.25 and $15 and could be affected by a proposed $15 minimum wage; he said 68% are age 20 or older and acknowledged legislative interest in phased approaches and protections for small businesses.
Minimum wage drew sustained questioning at the Appropriations hearing.
Representative Flood said small businesses were concerned that an immediate jump to $15 an hour could harm employers that typically employ 5— individuals. Secretary Seager cited 2023 Department of Labor data and said…
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