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Protesters erupt as DC Council votes to delay wage hike for tipped workers

Tensions ran high during a DC Council meeting Monday evening as members voted on the 2026 budget while also tackling the controversial amendment to Initiative 82, a wage law aimed at increasing pay for tipped workers. The session began over an hour late without any official explanation, sparking frustration among attendees. When questioned, Council Chair Phil Mendelson explained that the delay stemmed from extensive internal discussions and negotiations over multiple issues. The mos

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29 Jul 2025 11:04 AM 682 views

Protesters erupt as DC Council votes to delay wage hike for tipped workers

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DC Council delays tipped minimum wage hike amid industry pushback and mayor's repeal call

The D.C. Council has voted to delay a planned increase in the tipped minimum wage from $10 to $12, a move originally scheduled to take effect on July 1. The decision, which passed in an 8-4 vote, shifts the increase to October, reigniting debate surrounding the future of Initiative 82. This voter-approved ballot measure, passed in 2022 with overwhelming support, aims to gradually raise the minimum wage for tipped workers to $17.50 by 2027. However, with growing concerns from the restaurant in

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DC Council delays tipped minimum wage hike amid industry pushback and mayor's repeal call

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Protesters erupt as DC Council votes to delay wage hike for tipped workers

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Protesters erupt as DC Council votes to delay wage hike for tipped workers

Protesters erupt as DC Council votes to delay wage hike for tipped workers

DC Council delays tipped minimum wage hike amid industry pushback and mayor's repeal call

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