What happens after the election?

Hey! Hannah here. 👋

Let’s address the elephant in the room: the 2024 election results. Over the past few days, we’ve taken a little social media break to reflect.

But while we took a moment to pause, our commitment to supporting the working class and your families remains stronger than ever. 

So instead of pondering the negatives, we wanted to compile a list of election wins for workers and pay equity! There is still hope, and we will continue to keep advocating for you.

The Election is Over. Now What?

Last Tuesday, nearly 154 million Americans voted—one of the highest turnouts since 1900. 🤯 

But this election wasn’t just about the White House. Across the country, states voted on ballot measures that directly impact labor laws and working-class lives. Here’s a rundown of some of these positive changes: 

Minimum wage increases

Better paydays are on the way for Alaskans and Missourians. 🙌 Both states approved minimum wage increases: 

• In Alaska, the minimum wage will climb from $11.73 to $15 an hour by July 2027.

• Missouri’s hourly wage will increase from $12.30 to $15 per hour by January 2026. 

Unionization and workers' rights 

Voters in Massachusetts gave ride-share drivers (e.g. Lyft, Uber, etc) the right to unionize. This means the state's 70,000 app-based drivers, classified as independent contractors, now have the right to organize for the first time. 

And in Oregon? Voters passed the United for Cannabis Workers Act, which requires cannabis businesses to stay neutral during union efforts—making it easier for cannabis employees to unionize. 👏

Tipped workers 

Arizona voters rejected a proposal allowing employers to pay tipped workers 25% less than the minimum wage—a win for tipped workers who would’ve otherwise had to rely more on unpredictable tips. 

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave had its ✨ moment ✨ in the election. In every state where it was on the ballot, voters approved it: 

• Nebraska ➜ Employers with fewer than 20 employees must provide up to 40 hours of sick leave annually. 

• Missouri ➜ Employers must give one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked. 

• Alaska ➜ Employees can earn up to 56 hours of paid sick leave per year if their employer has 15 or more employees. 

As the US prepares for new leadership, it’s more important than ever to know and fight for your rights. Dive into our free resources—from a salary negotiation guide to a transparency law state tracker—to stay informed and empowered.

Ever wonder how much first responders make? ⛑️

We interviewed EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, and police officers to get those numbers—and some might surprise you. 

From an EMT earning as much as a gas station clerk to a police officer with a six-figure salary, our video shows you what these critical jobs really pay. 

• The Boeing strike is over. 🛬 59% of union members accepted Boeing’s deal with a 38% wage increase, a $12,000 ratification bonus, a 4% annual bonus, and improved health and 401(k) benefits. We love to see it! 

• Gen Z can’t afford in-office jobs. 💻 One in 10 unemployed Gen Zers have turned down a job because of the costs of coming into the office (e.g. commute, uniform, lunch) found research from the Prince’s Trust. 

• Employers are offering divorce benefits. 💍 To counter the emotional toll divorce can have on job performance, some employers are rolling out divorce benefits—such as covering legal fees and counseling services. 

• Manager unionization threats are now illegal. 🤝 The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that employers can’t tell workers that unionizing will harm their relationship with management.

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