2026 Labor Law Changes: What Employers Need to Know

Mandatory 2026 State Labor Law Poster Changes

Beginning January 1, 19 states will have mandatory labor law posting changes, and 4 states will issue wage order revisions. These updates cover key areas such as minimum wage increases, paid leave laws, and workplace rights.

States with mandatory posting or wage order changes:

• Arizona
• California
• Colorado
• Connecticut
• Delaware
• District of Columbia
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Massachusetts
• Minnesota
• Missouri
• Montana
• New Mexico
• New York
• Ohio
• Pennsylvania
• Rhode Island
• Vermont
• Washington

Wage Order Updates:

• California,
• Connecticut,
• New Jersey, and
• New York

Employers in these states must ensure their 2026 labor law posters are updated and displayed by the effective date.

Local City and County Posting Changes

In addition to state updates, 45 cities and counties have announced mandatory local labor law poster changes for January 1, 2026. These local updates often include new minimum wage rates, fair workweek laws, and paid leave requirements.

Multi-location employers will need to verify compliance at each worksite to ensure that both state and local postings are current.

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Stay compliant, informed, and ready for every change — starting January 1, 2026.