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This bill proposes a gradual increase to the federal minimum wage and makes several significant changes to labor compensation laws. The bill would raise the federal minimum wage from $9.50 to $17.00 per hour over a six-year period, with subsequent annual adjustments based on the median hourly wage of all employees as determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The legislation also addresses minimum wage provisions for specific worker categories, including tipped employees and workers under 20 years old. For tipped employees, the bill gradually increases their base wage from $6.00 to $17.00 per hour and ultimately eliminates the separate minimum wage category for tipped workers. For workers under 20 years old, the bill provides a structured wage increase pathway that eventually aligns with the standard minimum wage. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for individuals with disabilities, phasing out special wage certificates and providing a gradual wage increase for these workers, with a goal of transitioning to standard minimum wage rates. The bill requires the Department of Labor to publish notices about wage increases and provides transition assistance for employers and employees affected by these changes. The overall aim is to promote economic self-sufficiency and ensure fair compensation across various worker categories.

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