MA: Mideast Labor Code Statute Revision (Statute)

[tmthforu94]

The minimum wage was originally set at $6.20 after working 500 days, $5.50 during the first $400.00. There is also the increase of inflation from the time the "Mideast Labor Code Statue" was passed, so those numbers would be slightly higher. Nevertheless, those amounts are very low for this region, in my opinion. For example, in RL, the unemployment rate in Indiana is at $7.25, and in Illinois, it is $8.25.

I would personally like the amount to be even higher than this, but given the tilt of this Assembly, I know a higher amount would fail (However, if y'all would like to go higher, feel free ). I have spoken to A-Bob about this bill, and have made several concessions to my original bill, and hopefully a version similar to this can be passed by the Assembly. I look forward to an intelligent and respectful debate.

[tmthforu94]

With inflation and cost of living, I think we should consider going a little higher than $6.25. Maybe something between $7.00-$8.00?

[tmthforu94]

Badger, I think I can speak for the entire Assembly when I say we value your opinion as both a private citizen and GM, and it's great you're getting involved in the Assembly, as few others do. I wish you weren't as full of anger, though, on this, and I hope this body can continue to peacefully work with you. We're not here to provoke you, we're here to help the people of the Mideast region.

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My understanding is that the $6.50 + inflation will only be set in place if the federal law is abolished (which I don't see happening) since we can't override the federal bill. I honestly agree with you, and my sincere problem with this bill right now is that the minimum wage is too low. If I am wrong and this number would go immediately into effect, I will ask the Assembly for a higher number, though they can override me. We need to create jobs, but we also have to make sure the people who currently have jobs stay afloat.

You've come out so strongly against this though, that I'm almost worried to let any legislation pass. I think it's probably a safe bet that your GM report for the region, whenever there even is one, will not be good since you personally don't like some of the bills coming out of the Assembly.

[tmthforu94]

Cathcon, don't project your personal views onto a man who lived two millennia ago. It's insulting.

How does Badger get a license to then?

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Sorry.