California Food Workers' Minimum Wage Increase

SOURCE npr.org
Nearly half a million food workers in California will now earn at least $20/hour, affecting small franchise owners more than major national chains like McDonald's.

Key Points

  • California food workers to earn at least $20/hour
  • Major national chains like McDonald's not expected to be affected
  • Small franchise owners likely to be impacted

Pros

  • Improvement in wages for nearly half a million food workers in California
  • Potential increase in overall standard of living for affected workers

Cons

  • Small franchise owners may face financial challenges due to the wage increase