Statement from Senator Dilan | Fast Food Wage Board Recommends $15 Hourly Wage
July 22, 2015
“Throughout our state and city fast food franchises are prevalent. Often two to a block, they cater to every community, serving thousands of customers, often 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Collectively, they are among the largest employers with an ever increasing presence. There is always a need for staff and the demands placed on them is constantly growing. However, the pay neither reflects the scale of the work or the cost of living. Low-cost food and franchise gains should not ride on the back of low-cost labor,” said Senator Martin Malavé Dilan.
Approved Minimum Wage Schedule
New York City (Hourly)
$10.50 | December 31, 2015
$12 | December 31, 2016
$13 | December 31, 2017
$15 | December 31, 2018
New York State (Hourly)
$9.75 | December 31, 2015
$10.75 | December 31, 2016
$11.75 | December 31, 2017
$12.75 | December 31, 2018
$13.75 | December 31, 2019
$14.50 | December 31, 2020
$15 | July 1, 2021