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HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii lawmakers passed legislation Tuesday that would hike the state's minimum wage to $18 an hour by 2028, potentially the highest in the nation. Advocates say the raise is badly needed in a state that routinely tops lists for most expensive housing and cost of living.

The state routinely tops lists for most expensive housing and cost of living.

(AP) — Hawaiʻi lawmakers passed legislation Tuesday that would hike the state

Hawaii lawmakers passed legislation Tuesday that would hike the state’s minimum wage to $18 an hour by 2028, potentially the highest in the nation.

Hawaii lawmakers passed legislation Tuesday that would hike Hawaii's minimum wage to $18 an hour by 2028, potentially the highest in the US.

The $18 minimum would be the highest dollar amount among the 50 states and the District of Columbia, though others could have a higher wage in six years.

State lawmakers have passed legislation that would hike the state’s minimum wage to $18 an hour by 2028, potentially the highest in the nation. Advocates say the raise is badly needed in a state that routinely tops lists for most expensive housing and cost of living.

The pandemic continues to significantly impact the labor force nationwide, including here in the islands -- with many choosing not to return to their traditional nine to five jobs.