Democrat Edward Langley endorsed a $20 minimum wage in Illinois legislative debate while conceding employers fear higher prices, reduced hours, and difficult choices.

Democratic legislator Edward Langley supported raising the minimum wage to $20, arguing that full-time workers should not remain in poverty while recognizing concerns facing employers.

Voting continued to build on Edward Langley’s housing bill, which would speed local review for qualifying mixed-income projects near rail stations and major bus corridors.