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For most of his adult life, Perry was struggling financially, despite working multiple jobs. But at the age of 57, he set a goal to become wealthy by the age of 67 – earning only minimum wage. Perry’s journey has not been easy; he works 60 hours a week as a cab driver, lives frugally, and has refinanced his properties to invest in more. Now, five years later, Perry owns four houses, has refinanced two of them, and is well on his way to achieving his goal of becoming a millionaire by age 67. His story is a reminder that with a clear goal and a plan, it’s possible to achieve financial success, even on a limited income.

Missouri voters may soon have the chance to decide whether to raise the state’s minimum wage to $15 an hour after a group supporting the effort submitted nearly double the required number of signatures. The proposal would raise the minimum wage from $12.30 an hour to $13.75 an hour next year and then to $15 an hour in 2026. It would also require workers to receive paid sick leave. Missouri voters have previously supported minimum wage increases, and the proposal has a good chance of passing in the fall.

A proposal to give farmworkers protections under Maine’s minimum wage law has been vetoed by Gov. Janet Mills. The Labor and Housing Committee had amended the bill to allow farmworkers to pursue private litigation in response to alleged violations, which Mills opposed due to concerns about the potential financial impact on farmers. Advocates for farmworkers criticized the veto, saying it sends a message that farmworkers are of second-class status. The bill passed the House of Representatives with narrow margins, but a two-thirds vote in each chamber is needed to override the governor’s veto, which is seen as unlikely.

Despite good intentions, the City Council’s minimum pay requirement for app-based food delivery has created a downward spiral for drivers and customers alike. Reductions in drivers, higher fees, and fewer tips have resulted in a decline in orders. Now, Councilmember Abreu’s proposed bills aimed at increasing tips and preventing retaliation against workers threaten to further exacerbate these issues, potentially leading to even greater job loss and inconvenience for consumers.

Governor Janet Mills has vetoed three bills passed by the Maine Legislature, including measures to establish a minimum wage for farmworkers, regulate labor relations in the agricultural sector, and mandate water treatment for landfill leachate. Mills expressed concerns about the potential impact of these bills on farmers, citing financial burdens and regulatory complexities. She also voiced opposition to a private right of action provision in the minimum wage bill, arguing that such a mechanism would result in excessive litigation against farm owners. The vetoed bills may come up for a vote to override the governor’s decision later this month.

Menlo Park Chevron gas station in California’s Bay Area has set its regular unleaded gas price at $7.29 a gallon, exceeding the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. California’s minimum wage is significantly higher at $16.00 per hour, while the statewide average gasoline price is $5.43 per gallon, well above the national average of $3.68. The White House is monitoring the rising gas prices and has stated its commitment to ensuring affordability for American families during the summer driving season.

As the price of gas continues to rise nationwide, drivers in Menlo Park, California, are facing exorbitant prices, with regular unleaded reaching a staggering $7.29 per gallon. This price, which would equate to over $100 to fill up a 15-gallon tank, has left many X users and residents alike appalled. The high gas prices in California, which average $5.44 per gallon, are contributing to stubbornly high inflation, as data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that more than half of the increase in the Consumer Price Index for March can be attributed to gasoline and shelter. While some social media users argue that the Menlo Park gas station prices are not as outrageous as they seem, given the $16-plus-per-hour minimum wage in the area, others maintain that the prices are unacceptable.