Mercy Austin

2 weeks ago | news-journal.com | Mercy Austin |Faith Boyd

Fifteen activists gathered at Yellow Dog Bookshop on Thursday to protest a Missouri House bill that would overturn Prop A's sick leave provision. Prop A was approved by voters as a ballot initiative in November with about 58% of the vote, mandating a gradual minimum-wage increase to $13.75 and eventually $15 by 2026, in addition to one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. Now, House Bill 567 could repeal the sick leave mandate.

2 weeks ago | columbiamissourian.com | Faith Boyd |Mercy Austin |Anna Colletto