Earlier today Governor Murphy signed legislation to raise New Jersey’s minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2024. New Jersey joins California, New York, and Massachusetts as the fourth state in the nation on a path to a $15 minimum wage. NJPP has long reported on and advocated for a $15 minimum wage for all workers alongside members of the Raise NJ coalition and partners in labor.

*BRANDON McKOY, DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC AFFAIRS. NJPP:*

“Today is a historic day for New Jersey and the nearly one million workers who will see a boost in their take home pay. Raising the minimum wage to

$15 an hour will help lift working families out of poverty and strengthen the state’s economy. With more money in their pockets, New Jerseyans will have increased purchasing power, benefitting local economies and businesses on Main Street in every corner of the state.

“We thank Governor Murphy, Senate President Sweeney, and Assembly Speaker Coughlin for their leadership on this landmark legislation. While there is still more work to be done for agricultural and tipped workers who face unique challenges that are not addressed by this law, this is a critical step toward a more robust and inclusive economy that works for everyone, not just the wealthy and well-connected.”

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