Effective July 1, 2026, the City of Chicago will observe the following changes to labor laws:
- Minimum wage will increase to $17.05 per hour, and the tipped worker minimum wage will increase to $12.96 per hour.
- Workers will gain a private right of action, meaning they can pursue legal action themselves if they believe their paid leave rights were violated.
- Chicago businesses will be required to post notices for the following changes:
- Minimum Wage
- Paid Leave and Paid Sick & Safe Leave
- Fair Workweek (if applicable)
Please be aware of the upcoming changes, and review the links below to inform yourself and your employees.