On January 1, 2026, millions of workers will see new minimum wages kick in across the U.S. Some states lift pay each year using inflation formulas, while others are reaching targets set in law. Dozens ...

January marked a change in payroll across the United States. Nineteen states increased their minimum wage on the first of the year, and three more are expected to see increases later in the year.

In 2026, minimum wage levels will differ widely by state, with some raising pay and others staying at $7.25. In 2026, 19 states will raise their minimum wage on January 1, and three others will make ...

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in 2013 issued a rule that prohibited third-party employers such as home care providers from claiming either the minimum wage or overtime exemption, thus narrowing ...