Maryland State Wire

The Maryland General Assembly has introduced legislation aimed at raising the minimum wage to $20 through a ballot measure. This proposal comes shortly after the state's minimum wage was increased to $15, effective January 1, 2025.

Maryland currently ranks last in the nation for labor costs, indicating that employing someone in the state is more expensive than anywhere else in the country. Concerns have been raised that an additional increase in the minimum wage could further challenge small employers' ability to hire and create new jobs.

The General Assembly encourages business owners to share their experiences and communicate with legislators about how this proposed increase might impact their operations.