California’s New Minimum-Wage Law Sparks Controversy

**California's New Minimum Wage Law Boosts Pay for Over 500,000 Fast-Food Workers

In an unprecedented move, California has set a new benchmark in employee compensation within the fast-food industry. The state's latest minimum-wage law, championed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, has officially rolled out, marking a significant uplift in earnings for more than half a million fast-food employees. This legislative action notches a 25% wage increase, exclusively targeting fast-food chains with more than 60 locations nationwide, with the exception of bakeries. Alongside this, the establishment of the Fast Food Council introduces a pivotal step towards robust industry regulations.