Michigan to Implement New Laws and Wage Increases Starting January 2026
Originally Published 12 days ago — by ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4

Starting January 1, 2026, Michigan will implement new laws including a 24% wholesale tax on recreational cannabis, a raise in minimum wage to $13.73, increased unemployment benefits up to $530 per week, and measures to crack down on ticket bots, along with various safety, education, and infrastructure reforms.