Updated Feb 18, 2025



As 2025 approaches, employers should prepare for a wave of new labor laws set to impact workplaces nationwide. Key updates include minimum wage increases, expanded paid leave programs, enhanced workplace safety measures, and new pay transparency requirements. These changes, which vary by state and local jurisdiction, aim to address evolving employee rights, equity, and workplace standards.



From notable wage hikes in states like Hawaii and Michigan to the growing adoption of salary disclosure laws and protections for gig workers, businesses must stay informed to ensure compliance. This blog dives into the most significant labor law updates for 2025 and what they mean for employers navigating these changes.



Here are a few key steps to review for the new updates: Ensure labor law posters are updated with the latest changes and displayed in a visible, accessible location for all employees. Update payroll systems to reflect new minimum wage rates or other compensation adjustments. Communicate any changes that affect employees, such as wage increases or updated leave policies. Work with legal counsel or HR professionals to ensure full compliance with the requirements. Lastly, revise employee handbooks or policies to incorporate new provisions for sick leave, paid leave, or workplace rights.



Upcoming Labor Law Changes Effective January 1, 2025



States with Expected Changes:




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State Poster
Notice Current Rate New Rate Changes
Alaska Minimum Wage, Notice to Employees, OSHA $11.73 $11.91 Updates to employee notice and OSHA requirements. Wage Increase.
Arizona Minimum Wage $14.35 $14.70 Wage increased.
California Minimum Wage
Worker's Compensation (AB 1870)
Whistleblower Protection Act
Workplace Discrimination
$16.00 $16.50 Updates to worker compensation requirements - Injuries Caused By Work & Whistleblower Protection Act
Colorado Minimum Wage $14.42 $14.81 Wage adjusted for inflation.
Connecticut Paid Sick Leave $15.69 $16.35 Revised sick leave provisions.
District of Columbia PWFA
Paid Family Leave
Parental Leave Act
N/A N/A Adding "space for expressing breast/chest milk" on the type of accommodations.
Paid Family Leave
Parental Leave Act
Delaware Minimum Wage $13.25 $15.00 Wage increase to meet state legislative goals.
Illinois Minimum Wage
Day & Temp Labor Services Act
Equal Pay Act
VESSA
$14.00 $15.00 Wage increase for statewide consistency.
Pay Transparency Notice
VESSA - Updated duration of leave
Kansas Unemployment Insurance N/A N/A Qualification & Filing Claims updated
Louisiana Veterans Benefits & Services Updated Veterans Benefits
Maine Minimum Wage, Paid Family Leave $14.15 $14.65 Adjusted minimum wage and expanded paid family leave.
Maryland OSHA N/A N/A Updated OSHA penalty rates.
Massachusetts Paid Family Leave N/A N/A Maximum weekly benefit increase to $1,170.64. Contribution rate on eligible employee wages: 0.88%.
Michigan Minimum Wage $10.33
$10.56
$10.56
$12.48
Wage Increase on Jan 1, 2025 and again on Feb 20, 2025
Michigan Updates Post
Minnesota Minimum Wage, Employer-Sponsored Meetings $10.85 $11.13 Incremental wage adjustment.
Missouri Minimum Wage $12.30 $13.75 Wage increase under the state’s Fair Wage Act.
Montana Minimum Wage $10.30 $10.55 Incremental wage adjustment.
Nebraska Discrimination in Employment, Minimum Wage $12.00 $13.50 New notice addressing discrimination issues; wage increased.
Nevada OSHA New OSHA penalty rates
New Jersey Wage & Hour Law Abstract $15.13 $15.39 Wage increased, additional notices
New York Minimum Wage $16.00 $16.50 Wage increased for state workers.
Ohio Minimum Wage $10.45 $10.70 Incremental wage adjustment.
Rhode Island Minimum Wage $14.00 $15.00 Wage adjustment under state law.
South Dakota Minimum Wage $11.20 $11.50 Incremental wage adjustment.
Vermont Minimum Wage $13.67 $14.01 Wage adjustment based on CPI.
Virginia Minimum Wage $12.00 $12.41 Incremental wage adjustment.
Washington (Standard) Minimum Wage $16.28 $16.66 Wage adjustment for inflation.
West Virginia Unemployment Insurance N/A N/A Updates to unemployment insurance notices.



States not listed are either not expected to issue notices or have not announced any at the time of posting. Should this change, they will be added to the list above promptly.



Be sure to revisit this post for regular updates.



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