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BillHR 8555 · 119

Living Wage For All Act

Introduced
Apr 28, 2026
Cosponsors
28
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 28, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires companies to pay their employees a wage that allows them to afford basic needs like housing and food. Funds research to determine this living wage amount.

Sponsored By

Delia C. Ramirez
Democrat · Illinois · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 28, 2026
  3. Apr 28, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects low-wage workers, potentially increasing their take-home pay to meet basic living expenses. It also impacts companies, which may need to adjust their payroll and budget to accommodate the new wage requirements.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
28backers
  • Democratic28
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

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Cosponsors (28)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeEducation and Workforce Committee
IntroducedApr 28, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 28, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.