Congress Moves to Raise Federal Minimum Wage to $20 by 2029

Legislation introduced by Senator Ruben Gallego seeks to raise the federal minimum wage to $20 per hour and phase out subminimum pay for tipped and disabled workers. The bill proposes a three-year timeline to implement the increase, aiming for full adoption by 2029.

4 policies, 1 article·February 4 – February 10, 2026

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Key Points

Phased increase to a $20 hourly federal minimum wage by 2029.
Gradual elimination of lower pay rates for tipped employees.
Removal of sub-minimum wage provisions for youth and workers with disabilities.
Implementation of the wage hike in four distinct steps.

4 Policies·Tue, Apr 8, 2025 – Tue, Feb 10

Policy

Congress Proposes Raising Federal Minimum Wage to $20 and Ending Lower Pay for Tipped Workers

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Congress Proposes Raising Federal Minimum Wage to $20.00 and Ending Lower Pay for Tipped Workers

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Congress Proposes Raising Federal Minimum Wage to $17 Over Five Years

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News·Thu, Feb 5

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Ruben Gallego Introduces Bill For $20 Minimum Wage

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