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Maryland Takes Step Toward $15 Minimum Wage

Recruiting Daily Advisor

For those smaller employers, the annual increases will be at 60 cents per hour, with the rate reaching $15 beginning in July 2026. In addition, agricultural workers are excluded from the legislation. Employers with fewer than 15 employees will have more time to reach the $15-per-hour level. Governor’s Response.

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40 Companies Making Positive Environmental Impact

PowerToFly

For example, we purchase renewable energy certificates (RECs) with a social benefit, such as CA Bright Schools Solar and energy justice RECs - community solar that reduces electricity costs for low-income residents via Solar Stewards. All produce is grown organically, so there are opportunities to learn the latest in organic agriculture.

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8 Steps for Starting a Recruitment Agency in Spain

Manatal

According to the World Employment Confederation (WEC) , 54% of agency workers in Southern Europe – which includes Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece – are employed in the services sector followed by manufacturing and agriculture. Through this plan, 250,000 jobs are expected to be added for citizens by 2026.