Statement from Governor Hassan Urging Senate Passage of Minimum Wage Bill

Statement

Following the introduction by Senator Donna Soucy of a Senate bill that restores and increases New Hampshire's minimum wage, Governor Maggie Hassan issued the following statement:

"For too long, wages have failed to grow with the cost of our families' needs, and I applaud Senator Donna Soucy for her recognition of the importance of restoring and increasing New Hampshire's minimum wage."

"Increasing the minimum wage will have a ripple effect on wages higher up the pay scale, while supporting businesses and encouraging job creation by putting more money in the pockets of consumers so that they can buy goods and services. It will also help us in competing against our neighboring New England states for young workers, as every other state has its own minimum wage that is higher than the federal rate that governs New Hampshire.

"I look forward to working with members of the legislature, as well as workers, businesses and all stakeholders, to finally take this critical step forward for our economy and for hard-working Granite Staters."

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