“Republicans have made promises to lower the cost of living for Americans, delivering on those commitments must start with meaningful action,” Ted Pappageorge, secretary-treasurer for the Culinary Union said. “In addition to eliminating taxes on tips, they must work with Democrats to raise the sub-minimum wage and address corporate greed driving up prices on essential goods like food, gas, and housing. It’s time for Congress to act now to deliver on real solutions for working families.”