Bills · S 2013
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2013Labor and Employment
Higher Wages for American Workers Act of 2025
INTRO JUN 10· LAST ACTION JUN 10
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses the purchasing power of the lowest-paid workers in the country. If passed, it would provide a substantial raise for many, potentially lifting families out of poverty and reducing income inequality. For many, a higher minimum wage could mean more financial stability, the ability to cover basic necessities, or even afford small discretionary purchases.
Without this bill, the federal minimum wage would remain at its current level, continuing to erode in value due to inflation over time. If it becomes law, it would not only raise wages immediately but also create a mechanism to ensure the minimum wage maintains its value against rising costs indefinitely. This could have broad impacts on labor markets, business operations, and the overall economic landscape, sparking debates about job creation, inflation, and business viability.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Sets the federal minimum wage at $15 per hour.
This provides a significant pay raise for millions of low-wage workers across the country.
PROVISION 02
Requires the minimum wage to automatically adjust annually based on inflation.
This provision ensures that the minimum wage maintains its purchasing power over time without needing new legislation.
PROVISION 03
The initial $15 minimum wage takes effect on January 1st of the first full calendar year after the bill is signed into law.
This establishes a clear timeline for businesses and workers to prepare for the new wage standard.
PROVISION 04
The Secretary of Labor will determine the inflation adjustment each year by September 30th for the following year.
This outlines the specific process and timing for how the annual minimum wage changes will be calculated.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 2
R· Missouri
YRS IN OFFICE
7
BILLS LED
51
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 2 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 10
Introduced in Senate
JUN 10
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2013
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 10, 2025
Last actionJun 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, AND PENSIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 10, 2025
Senate BillS 2013Labor and Employment
Higher Wages for American Workers Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUN 10, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 10, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
2
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
