An increase to the minimum wage has long been a priority for Democrats, but it's unclear if Republicans are any closer to cutting a deal as part of the 2026-27 budget.

Here's a breakdown of Georgia's current minimum wage and how it compares nationwide. However, most workers are covered by the federal minimum wage, which is $7.25 per hour. Employers subject to federal law must pay at least that amount.

Rhode Island lawmakers are considering three proposals to raise the minimum wage beyond its scheduled increase to $17 an hour in 2027. Advocates for a higher wage argue it is necessary due to rising housing costs and inflation,

It will take 34 votes for the Chicago City Council to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, the third he has issued in less than a year. That effort is expected to take place on April 15.

Many surrounding states have already increased their minimum wage, with some surpassing the proposed $15.

Pennsylvania has lowest minimum wage in the country, which hasn't changed in nearly two decades.

Gov. Josh Shapiro has pushed the Senate to move quickly, saying, “It’s time for them to bring this to a vote and send it to my desk,” as reported by WTAE.

The bill passed on a 104-95 vote and now will be considered by the Senate.

For the third time in four years, the state House has passed a bill to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage. The latest measure, which was approved on a mostly partisan 104-95 vote, would see the current minimum wage of $7.

Step Up Louisiana members applaud LCMC's new $15 minimum wage for healthcare employees, boosting support for essential workers.