SENATE BILL: Rewarding Hard Work Act (Passed)

[Pericles]

$11 is not a liveable wage. $15, done gradually over the course of four years, is a true living wage that supports those you need our help. The evidence does not show a net increase in unemployment, indeed this money is more likely to be spent in our real economy than if we just let the CEOs get ever more exorbitant profits. This bill will be a major boost for millions of people, reduce inequalities in our society and reduce poverty. It will also reward the essential workers in Atlasia and begin to repay their service to us in our national crisis. It is time for us to build on the accomplishments of the last two years and go further.

[Pericles]

Objecting to the current amendment. I am open to the increase happening over two years. As a general point though we want to minimize instability for businesses, especially in this economy, while still giving workers the help they need and deserve.

[Pericles]

I'm fine with it but I'm interested in seeing what other Senators think.

[Pericles]

Aye