Despite insight from experts and myths we’ve debunked over time that show the negative impact of mandated wage hikes on employers, consumers and even the low-wage workers that proponents claim to support, some elected officials and the Wolf administration continue to ignore these facts even though the legislation does nothing to address the income and skills gaps that are causing real problems for the Commonwealth. 
In the past, many employers have shared their real-world perspective on how mandatory wage increases would negatively impact their business and employees, which has helped us make the case to lawmakers why they should pursue alternative solutions to help low-income Pennsylvanians without risking job loss and other negative impacts. Myth
Most minimum wage earners work for large national corporations who can afford to pay their workers more
Minimum Wage
The PA Chamber is a leading voice against government mandated minimum wage increases. Nonpartisan studies have shown and businesses have reported that these “feel good” policies often lead to reduced employee hours, job loss and a higher cost for goods and services. Our organization supports more targeted approaches to helping low wage earners’ upward mobility in the workforce, such as implementing a state Earned Income Tax Credit and strengthening workforce development programs.