Living Wage Policy Reform of 2013
Rationale
To reduce income inequality by ensuring all workers earn a wage sufficient for basic needs, boosting economic stability and public wellbeing.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minimum Wage Policy |
High living wage
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High living wage
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Minimum Wage PolicyProposer
Party
Orange Democratic Movement (odm)
ODM is the people's party. Comrades tool to power. A parent to the people and a mouthpiece to their cries.
Core pillars
Toni Gómez
Activist · Age 45
A former corporate communications strategist turned grassroots organiser, Toni Gómez leverages their sharp wit and media savvy to turn public opinion in favour of reform, always keeping an eye on what will actually move the needle.
Timeline
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Draft17 December 2012
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Vote Open7 December 2013
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Vote Closed5 February 2014
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Became Law5 February 2014
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Congress of Deputies
PassedFor: 208 / 350 seats (59.4%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 142
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic Alliance | 133 | Yes | No reason given |
| Orange Democratic Movement (odm) Proposer | 75 | Yes | No reason given |
| Orthodox Centro-right | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 38 | Not voted |
Senado
PassedFor: 149 / 266 seats (56.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 117
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic Alliance | 79 | Yes | No reason given |
| Orange Democratic Movement (odm) Proposer | 70 | Yes | No reason given |
| Orthodox Centro-right | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 29 | Not voted |