Living Wage Guarantee Act

Also relevant to:Low-income / working-class W-2 worker (non-union)

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This bill, the "Living Wage Guarantee Act," would raise North Carolina's minimum wage to $15 per hour for most employers by January 1, 2026. Small businesses with fewer than 10 employees would have a phased increase, reaching $15 per hour by January 1, 2028. The minimum wage would then automatically adjust each year based on inflation. The bill also includes provisions for employee protections against retaliation and establishes a $10 million program to assist small businesses with the transition.

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