Raise the Wage Act of 2025

Increased standard wages: The bill implements a schedule of gradual wage increases, starting from $9.50 and reaching $17.00 over five years, which provides higher pay for workers (Section 2).

Inflation protection for wages: After the initial scheduled increases, the minimum wage will be adjusted annually based on the increase in the median hourly wage of all employees to keep pace with economic changes (Section 2).

Higher base pay for tipped workers: The cash wage for tipped employees is scheduled to increase from $6.00 to $17.00 over a six-year period (Section 3).

Protection of tips: The bill explicitly gives employees the right to retain any tips they receive (Section 3).

Increased wages for young workers: The minimum wage for newly hired employees under the age of 20 will increase from $6.00 toward the standard minimum wage (Section s 4).

Improved wages for individuals with disabilities: The bill increases the minimum wage for people with disabilities, transitioning toward the standard minimum wage (Section 6).

Support for workers with disabilities: The Secretary is directed to provide technical assistance to employers and information to individuals to assist with the transition to competitive integrated employment (Section 6).