Impact of Fiscal Policy for Wal Mart Workers

Wal Mart, the world's largest retailer, has been under fire for its employment practices. Also under fire is the pay and benefits package, which has a large population of Wal Mart workers receiving public assistance. New policies on pay, promotions, diversity, benefits, and how to notify cashiers of their breaks were unveiled at the company's annual shareholders meeting. It is estimated that California Wal Mart workers earn an average 31% less than workers employed in large …

…Wal Mart will still be a burden to the taxpayers for safety net programs. <Tab/><Tab/><Tab/><Tab/>References CNN Money.com: Wal Mart overhauls pay, promotions. Hoovers: Use of Safety Net programs by Wal Mart Wal Mart website <Tab/><Tab/><Tab/><Tab/>