Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified
StateMassachusettsIntroduced
S 1349: An Act relative to raising the minimum wage closer to a living wage in the commonwealth
Jason Lewis
S 1349 status: Introduced — Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3256 (updated Aug 13, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Overall Score
65OUT OF 100
Score:65/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:High Impact 85/100
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Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan30%
Public opinion70%
Bill summary
By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1349) of Jason M. Lewis, Michael J. Barrett, James B. Eldridge, Manny Cruz and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to raising the minimum wage closer to a living wage in the commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Potential for increased consumer spending power
- Reduces reliance on public assistance programs
Risks
- Higher operational costs for small businesses
- Potential for reduced hiring or inflation
Society
Positive outlook
70%
Benefits
- Direct potential for poverty reduction
- Improved standard of living for low-wage earners
Risks
- Possibility of labor market adjustments affecting entry-level positions
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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Source note
Potential for increased labor costs causing pressure on small-business profit margins
Analysis scope
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