Wise County Virginia Preparing For The Potential Impact Of The State’S New Minimum Wage Legislation Awaiting Approval By Governor Ralph Northam. The Legislation Would Raise Minimum Wage To $9.50 Per Hour. The County Is Now Looking Into Three Different Options For Meeting The New Pay Hike Which Would Cost The Town Upwards Of 600-Thousand Dollars For The First Year. Northam Has 45 Days To Sign The Bill Or Recommend Changes For Another Budget Session.
