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22 States and D.C. Will Raise Minimum Wages in 2026 as California Sets $16.90 Floor

Different effective dates plus layered sectoral and local rules create a patchwork for employers and workers.

U.S. Employment Costs Cool in Q3 as Real Pay Edges Higher