Missouri business organizations, led by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce, have petitioned the state Supreme Court to overturn Proposition A, which raises the minimum wage and mandates paid sick leave. They argue the measure violates the “single subject” rule by combining unrelated policies and breaches equal protection clauses by exempting government workers.
Supporters of Prop A, including the League of Women Voters, denounced the lawsuit as anti-democratic, emphasizing the measure’s overwhelming voter approval. Unless blocked by the court, the wage increase takes effect Jan. 1, with paid sick leave beginning May 1. Proponents argue the reforms are essential for worker fairness, while opponents claim they burden businesses and could raise consumer prices.
