Publications by Gina Vickery
The Economics of Citywide Minimum Wages: The San Francisco Model
September 1, 2005 • Brief • By Michael Reich, Arindrajit Dube and Gina Vickery
In November 2003, San Francisco voters passed a ballot proposition to enact a citywide minimum wage by a 60 to 40 margin. This proposition arose in response to the large…
Minimum Wage and the California Economy: The Economic Impact of AB 48
September 1, 2005 • Brief • By Michael Reich, Arindrajit Dube and Gina Vickery
California policymakers are considering raising the statewide minimum wage, which has remained at $6.75 since January 1, 2002. Assembly Bill 48 would increase California’s minimum wage from $6.75 per hour…