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On the recordFebruary 6, 2019
It is important to keep in mind as we have this conversation about the Raise the Wage Act, which I am proud to support, that the increase is phased in.
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Suzanne Bonamici
Democratic · Oregon

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Bonamici emphasizes the gradual implementation of the Raise the Wage Act.

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