Minimum wage increase is coming in July 2026 for workers in some U.S. states. Alaska and Oregon will see higher hourly pay, while California will raise wages only for certain healthcare employees. Some states already increased wages earlier this year. The federal minimum wage stays the same. New proposals aim to raise pay nationwide, but no final decision has been made yet.

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