Back in 1938, the Fair Labor Standards Act led to the first minimum wage of $0.25 per hour. Over time, the federal minimum wage has obviously increased — but it hasn't always kept pace with inflation.
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Minimum wage goes up Jan. 1 in 19 states
Minimum wage policy is about to shift again as the calendar turns, with a new round of state level increases scheduled to take effect at the start of 2026. While federal law has held the nationwide ...
A server waits on customers at a café. The minimum hourly wage for workers will increase in dozens of cities, counties and states in January. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) The minimum wage for ...
The minimum wage is increasing in 22 states in Washington DC. Let's talk about what that means for workers. These changes go into effect in 2026, most of them on January 1st, and for people who are ...
WASHINGTON — Nearly 20 U.S. states will be raising their minimum wages on Jan. 1, while three other states are also planning increases later in 2026. The moves have the potential to boost pay for ...
A service industry worker who recently moved to Texas doesn't see a higher minimum wage as the solution.
The last time the federal minimum wage increased, Barack Obama had just taken office, the iPhone 3GS was the hot new gadget and you could still rent DVDs at Blockbuster. Since July 2009, the number ...
In 2026, the minimum wage will increase in 22 states. Find out what is happening in your state in our interactive graphics. In 2026, the minimum wage will increase in 22 states. Find out what is ...
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