On Friday, the Virginia House of Delegates passed HB 1 to increase the state's minimum wage from the current rate of $12 per hour to $13.50 in 2025 and to $15 in 2026. HB 1, introduced by Delegate Jeion A. Ward (D-Hampton), passed in a 51-49 party-line vote, with Democrats voting in favor. HB 1 has moved to the Senate, WATCH for Del. Ward's last remarks on Friday: #minimumwage #senatebill1 #virginianews #virginia #va #legislation #ward #delegateward