Minimum wage, Maine

Minimum wage increases in Maine; Portland and Rockland also boost wages
The state's minimum wage is now $14.65 an hour, while the state's largest city raised its rate to $15.50 an hour.
Maine minimum wage increases by 50 cents
Maine's minimum wage has increased by 50 cents, going from $14.15 an hour to $14.65. That comes out to be about a $1,000 yearly increase for a minimum wage worker working full-time and year-round. This new law will affect about 37,000 Maine workers.
From minimum wage increases to Medicare drug costs cap, these new laws are now in effect
The minimum wage has increased in 21 states, according to the National Employment Law Project. The hikes took effect in the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware,
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Ohio's minimum wage has increased to $10.70 per hour
Ohio's minimum wage has increased by 2.3% as of Jan. 1, but businesses may face larger wage hikes in 2026. Ohio's minimum wage has increased by 2.3%, going from $10.45 per hour to $10.70 per hour as of Jan.
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Montana minimum wage increases
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