Hotel wage increase backed by Democrats leads to job losses, study finds

A phased-in minimum wage increase for hotel workers in Los Angeles, signed into law by Mayor Karen Bass, is set to reach $30 per hour by 2028. The Hotel Association of Los Angeles reports that this ordinance has already led to the loss of approximately 650 jobs, with many hotels anticipating further staff reductions. The law, aimed at improving wages, is causing financial strain on the hospitality industry, prompting calls for amendments to alleviate the burden.

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