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Labor/Employment

May 7, 2013

Employment lawyers eye immigration bill

Immigration reform being discussed in Washington could bring protected legal status to millions of workers in California. Notably, many of these immigrant workers will also be entering the workforce just as federal and state lawmakers hope to raise the minimum wage.


By Laura Hautala


Daily Journal Staff Writer


Immigration reform being discussed in Washington could bring protected legal status to millions of workers in California. These immigrants, including many already in the U.S. who stand to gain legal residency, would win permission to work in the U.S. and the workforce protections that come with it. Notably, many of these immigrant workers will also be entering the workforce just as federal and state lawmaker...

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