Minimum wage freeze would boost Maryland economic recovery

By Carol Park

Published May 30, 2020 4:20am ET

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Minimum wage freeze would boost Maryland economic recovery — For those who care about empowering low-income Americans and lifting workers out of poverty, the mounting evidence and data show raising the minimum wage to $15 isn't compassionate, just, or charitable. It kills opportunity and creates more poverty, especially for young Americans trying to build their skill sets and make ends meet. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) | Julio Cortez

Just like 2019, this year has not been such a good year for Maryland’s small businesses.

Last year, the “Fight for $15” movement led to new Maryland legislation approving a state minimum wage increase of 75 cents a year until it reaches $15 per hour in 2025. Then this March, the global COVID-19 pandemic shut down all nonessential state businesses, leaving many without income.

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