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LA's Hotel Minimum Wage Sparks Job Cuts, Price Hikes

3/7/2026

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  • The Los Angeles Hotel Worker Minimum Wage Ordinance (Olympic Wage) requires up to $30 per hour by 2028, signed by Mayor Karen Bass.
  • Since September 2025, hotels have cut about 6% of jobs, roughly 650 positions.
  • The measure reduced hours and job losses, especially in labor-intensive roles.
  • The Hospitality and Lodging Association (HALA) warns that two-thirds of subcontractors may raise prices or cancel contracts due to higher labor costs.