2026 Minimum Wage Changes Across the U.S.
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Almost 24 states and numerous cities are raising their minimum wages in 2026, with most reaching or exceeding $15 per hour, significantly above the federal minimum of $7.25, to help workers cope with inflation and economic challenges.
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- Is your state raising its minimum wage in 2026? Here's the list. CBS News
- New Laws Going Into Effect for New York in 2026 The New York Times
- In Texas, hourly workers are met with federal minimum of $7.25 per hour San Antonio Express-News
- Millions Of Americans Start 2026 With A Wage Bump Forbes
- Minimum wage just went up in 19 states—workers in one state are getting a $2 an hour raise CNBC
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