Rep. Adams Introduces Bill to Raise Federal Contractor Minimum Wage to $25 Per Hour
This bill was introduced in the House on July 1, 2026, and sent to two committees for review. It is currently stalled because no action has been taken by these committees since that date. The bill must receive a vote or approval from these committees before it can move forward.
This bill is sponsored only by Democrats and faces a difficult path in a divided Congress where large wage increases are often debated.
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Small businesses that hold federal contracts, such as janitorial, food service, or construction firms, will need to pay all workers at least $17 an hour rising to $25 within five years. This raises labor costs significantly for smaller contractors who often operate on thinner margins than large corporations bidding on the same government work.
“$17.00 per hour, for the 1-year period beginning on the first day of the third month that begins after the date of enactment of this Act”
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
No votes, news coverage, or related bills recorded for this bill yet.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Living Wage for Federal Contractors Act
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