Democratic lawmakers introduced legislation Wednesday to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour, more than double the current rate of $7.25. The legislation had the endorsement of top Democratic leaders who had endorsed a $12 rate in the last Congress.

“A $15 minimum wage is about dignity in the workplace & making sure American workers can provide for their families. #raisethewage,” tweeted Senate Democratic Leader. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.