New laws take effect July 1 in DC, Maryland and Virginia

New laws will take effect in Washington, D.C. Maryland and Virginia on Monday, July 1. In the District, the hourly minimum wage will rise to $14, and tipped workers will make at least $4.45 an hour. Employers will make up the difference if tips fall short of $14 per hour. DC's minimum wage will rise to $15 next year and increase with inflation afterward.