Minimum wage boosts and ban of college legacy admissions: New laws go into effect July 1 NBC4 Washington [Video]

New laws in D.C., Maryland and Virginia will change how much people are getting paid and how much resellers can charge for tickets.  

Here’s a look at the new changes happening July 1.

Minimum wage increase: The minimum wage will increase from $17 per hour to $17.50 per hour for all non-tipped workers, regardless of the size of their employer. Those who receive tips will be increased from $8 per hour to $10 per hour. 

“We aim to ensure that all businesses are informed about the District’s full minimum wage increase to maintain compliance and guarantee that workers receive their rightful earnings,” D.C. Department of Employment Services Director Dr. Unique Morris-Hughes said.

The Office of Wage-Hour Compliance is responsible for ensuring all employers adhere to the wage increase. They also help employees receive any payment that doesn’t obey D.C. wage laws, either administratively or through court action. 

Sale and resale of tickets: Ticket sellers will now have to …