Democrats prioritize increasing the minimum wage and providing paid leave
Democrats prioritize increasing the minimum wage and paid leave in first bills filed ahead of session.
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Democrats hope to increase the minimum wage and give sick leave protections
Democrats have begun filing legislation ahead of the 2026 legislative session that convenes in January. Of the bills they have announced — Democrats, who have control of both chambers in the General Assembly and the Executive Mansion for the first time since 2021 — appear to be prioritizing increasing the minimum wage and providing paid leave for workers across the commonwealth.
