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Dec

New minimum-wage rates, changes to meal and rest break laws take effect Jan. 1, 2026

Minnesota’s minimum wage will rise to $11.41 on Jan. 1, 2026, and new rules for meal and rest breaks will take effect.

17

Nov

Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry recovers over $163K for agricultural workers for sick time and recruitment violations

The investigation found violations of earned sick and safe time and recruitment disclosure requirements.

20

Aug

Minimum-wage rate adjusted for inflation as of Jan. 1, 2026

The rate will be adjusted to $11.41 an hour for all employers in the state.

For information about news releases, contact Communications Director James Honerman at james.honerman@state.mn.us or 651-284-5313.

 

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