Given recent momentum and local victories around the minimum wage, this month’s Monthly Latino Employment Report revisits the need to raise the federal minimum wage. Latinos would benefit disproportionately from an increase in the federal minimum wage because of their overrepresentation in low-wage occupations. Nearly one-quarter of the 27.8 million workers who would be directly affected by the Fair Minimum Wage Act are Latino.
This report examines how hardline state immigration laws negative impact the economy of state’s that adopt these measures.
Latinos are struggling to save for retirement and significant supports and changed are needed to help them and millions of working class people to retire with dignity.
Exploring the impact of remittance fees on immigrants and Latinos, with CFPB action suggestions like ‘total cost’ pricing and proposals from the NCLC coalition.
Through this interview, you will gain insights into how the company has engaged with Registered Apprenticeships and the benefits that have accrued to both the business and the communities involved.
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policies and projects that support the Latinx community.
