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Ballot Measures in 4 States Spark Minimum Wage Debate

Voters in four states will decide the fate of ballot questions Nov. 5 proposing to raise the minimum wage, while voters in two other states will resolve related issues.  

Here is a breakdown of what’s happening where on the ballot. 

Arizona 

Arizona’s ballot proposition would require tipped workers to be paid 25% less than the minimum wage of $14.35 per hour. 

Under current Arizona law, tipped employees are paid $11.35 per hour, $3 less than the minimum wage.  

This is the case so long as the employees make at least $2 per hour in tips; otherwise, they will be paid the lawful minimum wage.   

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