About Minimum Wage
Health care is about people taking care of people — and hospitals remain committed to strong wages for California’s health care workers. As we continue to invest in California’s health care workforce, we must be vigilant to avoid impediments to the delivery of the care patients need and deserve.
Governor’s Signature Provides Time, Predictability for Hospitals to Increase Wages
Last Friday, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law SB 525, which sets minimum wages for health care workers across the state.
Minimum Wage Bill Brings Meaningful Change for Workers and Protects Access to Care
“Gov. Newsom’s signature on landmark legislation to improve wages for California’s health care workers will create meaningful change for families struggling to keep pace while at the same time protecting access to care in vulnerable communities,” said Carmela Coyle, President & CEO of the California Hospital Association. “This bill strikes the right balance between significantly […]
California Hospital Association, SEIU California Applaud Legislature for Passing SB 525
In response to the California Legislature’s passage of SB 525 (Durazo), the California Hospital Association and SEIU California released
the following statements.
Legislative Solution on Minimum Wage Strikes Right Balance
Tonight, the state Senate and Assembly are expected to vote on a bill that creates a path toward increases for a health care-specific minimum wage in California. If the votes carry, the governor will have 30 days to take action.
Minimum Wage Bill Would Devastate Health Care in California
Following narrow Senate passage last month, a bill that would raise the minimum wage for all health care workers in all settings in California to $21 in 2024 and $25 in 2025 is now making its way through the Assembly. The minimum wage would also increase annually by 3.5% or the Consumer Price Index, whichever is lesser.