Delaware, $9.25 (Approved)
Impact: 43,000 workers
In 2018, Delaware adopted legislation raising the minimum wage to $9.25 by 2019. Previously, in 2013, the state had adopted an $8.25 by 2015 minimum wage.
California, $12.00 (Complete)
On 2013, California approved legislation raising the minimum wage to $10 by 2016. Through a subsequent landmark legislation in 2016, California raised its minimum wage to $15 by 2022-2023.
Arkansas, $11.00 (Approved)
Impact: 300,000 workers
On November 2018, voters in Arkansas approved a ballot initiative, which raises the state minimum wage to $11.00 by 2021. Previously, in 2014, voters had approved an initiative for $8.50 by 2017.
Ohio, $15.00
Two $15 bills introduce in 2018: SB277 & HB576.
North Dakota, $15.00
Initiative proposed for November 2018 ballot. Currently collecting signatures.
Wisconsin, $15.00
Impact: 883,000 workers
Advocates are calling for a $15 minimum wage. Bill introduced in November 2017.
Rhode Island, $10.50 (Approved)
Impact: 12,000 workers
Legislation approved in 2017. Previously, in 2016 and 2014, the minimum wage increased to $9.60 by 2016 and $9.00 by 2015, respectively
New York, One Fair Wage
Governor Cuomo has convened a wage board to consider the gradual eliminationof the tipped sub-minimum wage. Currently, the tipped sub-minimum wage varies by region, industry and size of employer.
New Hampshire, $12.00/$15.00
Impact: 189,000 workers
SB.554 introduced in late December. Wage level of $12 or $15 depend on whether health insurance benefits are provided. A $15 minimum wage is also a topic of the 2018 gubernatorial campaign.