"Vermont Welcomes 2024 with Minimum Wage Hike and Fresh Laws"

As the new year begins, Vermonters are seeing changes in laws that impact their finances. DMV service fees have increased by approximately 19%, raising costs for vehicle registration and license renewal by $10-$15. The state's minimum wage has risen by 49 cents to $13.67 per hour, along with an increase in the minimum tipped wage to $6.84. New York has also seen a minimum wage increase, with rates now at $16 in New York City and its suburbs, and $15 in the rest of the state. Additionally, Vermont is set to launch online sports betting on January 11.