Illinois Senate committee passes bill eliminating subminimum wage for workers with disabilities

SPRINGFIELD (WGEM) – Illinois is one step closer to requiring workers with intellection and developmental disabilities be paid the full minimum wage. The state Senate Executive Committee passed the Dignity in Pay Act Wednesday by a 9-3 margin with bipartisan support. It now heads to the Senate floor. “Old-fashioned stereotypes…

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