2.9K views · 27 reactions | For more than a century, NYS DOL has worked alongside organized labor to improve the lives of workers. We remain committed to fighting for the rights of all workers. On #LaborDay, we recognize all workers, from those who fought for a fair wage and a safe workplace on the first Labor Day in 1882 to those reentering the workforce today. | New York State Department of Labor | Facebook

New York State’s minimum wage increase is on everyone's minds and timelines! This $0.50 increase will help make everyday expenses more affordable for hard-working New Yorkers. Learn more about the increase: https://dol.ny.gov/minimum-wage | New York State Department of Labor

⚠️ICYMI: Beginning January 1, 2026, New York State's minimum wage will increase to: 💵 $17 per hour in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester 💵 $16 per hour for the rest of the state PLUS, starting 2027, the minimum wage will be tied to inflation, ensuring wages keep up with the cost of living. For more information on New York State’s minimum wage, visit https://dol.ny.gov/minimum-wage. | New York State Department of Labor