In November 2024, the State of Alaska released revisions to three mandatory state labor law posters applicable to all Alaska employers. The updated notices include a revised Wage & Hour Act notice reflecting the 2025 Alaska Minimum Wage, the Safety & Health Protection Act notice, and the Unemployment Insurance poster.
Alaska Labor Law Posters - State & Federal
Alaska Labor Law Posters - State & Federal
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Poster sizes vary by state; max size 25.5” x 39.5”
Notices Include: Minimum Wage, Workers' Compensation, Discrimination Notice
Alaska Minimum Wage:$13.00- Effective 7/2025; $14.00 - Effective 7/2026
Latest State Updates
- Safety and Health Protection on the Job (4/2026)
- Workers' Compensation (3/2026)
- Minimum Wage (2/2026)
- Minimum Wage (4/2025)
- Summary of Child Labor Law (4/2025)
- Safety and Health Protection on the Job (2/2025)
- Wage and Hour Act (1/2025)
- UI Notice to Employees (1/2025)
Our All-On-One Poster combines mandatory Alaska and federal requirements for all businesses.
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All-On-One Alaska Labor Law Poster for Effortless Compliance
Stay compliant with Alaska and federal labor laws using our Space Saver-1 All-On-One Alaska labor law poster.
Designed for convenience and flexibility, this poster features a reversible layout (horizontal or vertical) and consolidates all mandatory federal and Alaska state postings into one easy-to-display format. It includes key Alaska notices such as State Safety and Health on the Job, Emergency Information Numbers, Workers' Compensation, Minimum Wage, Unemployment Insurance, Human Rights/Sexual Harassment, the Smoking Notice, and a Summary of Child Labor Law.
Employers who require federal-only notices can also view our Federal Labor Law Poster, which include all mandatory nationwide workplace postings.
Alaska State Postings Included
- AK Safety and Health on the Job
- AK Emergency Information Numbers
- AK Workers' Compensation
- AK Minimum Wage
- AK Unemployment Insurance
- AK Human Rights/Sexual Harassment
- AK Smoking Notice
- AK Summary of Child Labor Law
Federal Postings and Notifications Included
- EEOC "Know Your Rights" Notice
- Federal Minimum Wage Notice
- Employee Polygraph Protection Notice
- Family and Medical Leave Act Notice (download only where required)
- USERRA Rights and Benefits Notice
- USCIS Discrimination Notice
- Payday Notice (Meets notification requirements)
- Employee "Right to Know" Notice
- IRS EITC / Notice 797 / W-4 Notice (Meets notification requirements)
Wage regulations are a critical part of compliance, For employers comparing wage requirements nationwide, view Our US minimum wage by state.
Ongoing Alaska Labor Law Compliance Support
Keeping labor law posters current is an ongoing responsibility for Alaska employers, as both state and federal posting requirements can change throughout the year. Missing an update may lead to compliance gaps, penalties, or issues during audits and inspections.
To simplify this process, employers can enroll in the Labor Law Posters Online Full Compliance Plan, which provides automatic poster updates whenever Alaska or federal posting requirements change. This plan helps businesses maintain up-to-date labor law postings without needing to track regulatory changes manually.
For employers seeking state-specific guidance, our Alaska compliance service offers dedicated support to help businesses meet Alaska labor law posting requirements. This service is designed to assist employers with understanding applicable notices, maintaining compliance across locations, and staying aligned with both Alaska and federal regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What labor law and minimum wage rules apply in Alaska for 2026?
Alaska’s Wage and Hour Act requires employers to follow state and federal Alaska labor laws 2026, covering minimum wage, overtime, child labor, paid sick leave, and anti‑discrimination. Alaska’s minimum wage increases to $14.00 per hour on July 1, 2026, from $13.00, and is followed by automatic inflation adjustments. Employers must also provide paid sick leave. Businesses with 15 or more employees must let workers accrue at least one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked up to 56 hours per year, while smaller employers (fewer than 15 employees) must provide up to 40 hours. Federal laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), FMLA, and OSHA still apply.
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What are the penalties in 2026 for not posting or updating labor law posters in Alaska?
The Alaska Division of Labor Standards and Safety may issue citations for noncompliance. Missing safety or wage notices could also result in fines under federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) enforcement, leading to fines of thousands of dollars. Noncompliance may expose employers to lawsuits, back‑pay awards, or additional liquidated damages.
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How can you verify that your Alaska labor law poster is current?
You can check for the latest revision dates published by the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development. However, if you're subscribed to our Alaska Labor Law Poster Service, you'll automatically receive email alerts and updated posters whenever there are changes issued by the relevant agencies.
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Where should the Alaska labor law posters be placed?
Place the labor law poster board in a conspicuous common area (like a break room or near the time-clock) where employees often pass. It should be at eye level and clearly visible/unobstructed. Each physical site should have its current set.
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How often must labor law posters in Alaska be updated, and who monitors those updates?
State and federal labor posters must be updated whenever regulatory agencies revise wage rates or notice requirements. Alaska’s minimum wage will rise on July 1, 2026, and may adjust for inflation each year thereafter; employers must replace their Alaska labor law poster when this change takes effect. The Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development publishes updated posters and also issues bulletins.
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Where can employers get compliant 2026 Alaska posters?
Our company, Labor Law Posters Online, offers Alaska employment law posters. Our service is known for its easy integration and reliable performance, automatically updating your poster set whenever state or federal agencies change the law. We provide printable PDFs that satisfy both Alaska employment law poster requirements and federal posting obligations. Trusted by thousands of U.S. businesses, we help employers stay ahead of the July 1, 2026, changes. You may also download free state posters from the Alaska Department of Labor’s website, but those must be combined with federal notices.
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Are small businesses exempt from Alaska labor‑law poster requirements in 2026?
No. Alaska labor statutes apply to most employers regardless of size, although certain small businesses are exempt from overtime rules if they employ fewer than four employees. Even small employers must post required state and federal notices so that employees understand their rights.
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Can labor law notices be displayed electronically instead of physically in Alaska in 2026?
Electronic posting alone is not sufficient. Federal guidance allows digital distribution of some notices (e.g., USERRA) when employees exclusively work remotely, but Alaska and federal law still require a physical labor law poster displayed conspicuously at each worksite. Digital versions can supplement but not replace the physical display.
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Do Alaska employers need to include both state and federal labor law notices?
Yes. Alaska employers must display the complete set of Alaska labor law posters along with all required federal notices (FLSA, OSHA, EEOC, FMLA, USERRA, and others). Our all‑on‑one labor law poster combines these state and federal notices for convenience.
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What additional workplace compliance resources are available for Alaska employers?
While your labor law posters cover the basics, the Alaska OSHA Safety Poster adds all-on-one OSHA-compliant updates with a fine-coverage guarantee. This ensures you stay ahead of regulatory changes and avoid costly penalties.
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Stay stress-free with our one-year subscription that automatically sends you all mandatory labor law poster updates as they occur—usually two or three times per year—ensuring your Alaska labor law posters are always current and compliant.
Staying current with labor law poster updates is essential for Alaska employers to ensure compliance with both state and federal labor regulations. These updates reflect important changes in workers' rights, wage requirements, and workplace protections that must be communicated clearly to all employees.
2026 Alaska State & Federal Updates
Alaska Mandatory Updates
April 2026 – Safety and Health Protection on the Job
Agency: Alaska Occupational Safety and Health
Region: Statewide
- The Alaska Labor Standards and Safety Division has updated its Safety and Health Protection on the Job notice. The update adds information on filing complaints for public employers and reflects changes to the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA address and other provided phone numbers. The revision date and logo have been replaced with a QR code.
March 2026 – Workers' Compensation
Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Region: Statewide
- The Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development has released an updated Alaska Workers’ Compensation poster. The poster now requires employees to report a work-related injury, illness, or death immediately, and no later than 15 days from the date of injury or death, by providing written notice to their employer and the Alaska Workers’ Compensation Division. This updates the prior timeframe, which allowed up to 30 days to report.
February 2026 – Minimum Wage
Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Region: Statewide
- The Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development has updated the Wage and Hour Act poster. Effective July 1st, 2026, the minimum wage will increase from $13.00 to $14.00 per hour.
2025 Alaska State & Federal Updates
Alaska Mandatory Update
March 2025 – Minimum Wage
Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Region: Statewide
- Includes new minimum wage of $13.00 per hour, effective July 1st, 2025. Also adds information about the new Sick Leave Law, effective July 1st, 2025.
March 2025 – Child Labor Laws
Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Region: Statewide
- Adds new work-hour and alcohol proximity restrictions for minors working fewer than 30 hours per week.
January 2025 – Occupational Safety and Health Protection
Agency: Alaska Occupational Safety and Health
Region: Statewide
- Includes the annual revision to penalty amounts for safety violations.
Federal Mandatory Updates
April 2025 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Orders (EO) 13658 & 14026
Agency: United States Department of Labor
Region: Nationwide (Federal Contractors)
- Updates federal minimum wage information for contractors to $13.30 for EO 13658 and notes revocation of EO 14026 due to EO 14236
January 2025 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Orders (EO) 13658 & 14026
Agency: United States Department of Labor
Region: Nationwide (Federal Contractors)
- Updates the federal minimum wage for federal contractors to $13.30 under EO 13658 and $17.75 under EO 14026.
January 2025 - Notice 797 and 1015
- When we updated on our Posters – December 2024
Agency: Internal Revenue Service
Region: Nationwide
- Explains updates to possible tax credits.
2024 Alaska State & Federal Updates
Alaska Mandatory Update
November 2024 – Minimum Wage
Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Region: Statewide
- Updated minimum wage rate and revision date. Included updated office phone numbers.
November 2024 – Occupational Safety and Health Protection
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Region: Statewide
- Includes the annual revision to penalty amounts for safety violations. Updated contact address and phone number.
November 2024 – Unemployment Insurance
Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Region: Statewide
- Added information on funding.
Federal Mandatory Updates
January 2024 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Orders (EO) 13658 & 14026
Agency: United States Department of Labor
Region: Nationwide (Federal Contractors)
- Updates the federal minimum wage for federal contractors to $12.90 under EO 13658 and $17.20
January 2024 - Notice 797 and 1015
- When we updated on our Posters – December 2023
Agency: Internal Revenue Service
Region: Nationwide
- Explains updates to possible tax credits.
January 2024 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Order 13706: Paid Sick Leave for Contractors
Agency: United States Department of Labor
Region: Nationwide (Federal Contractors)
- Updates the paid sick leave website with a QR code for more information for federal contractors.
2023 Alaska State & Federal Updates
Alaska Mandatory Update
December 2023 – Minimum Wage
Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Region: Statewide
- New minimum wage of $11.73 per hour effective January 1st, 2024.
August 2023 – Occupational Safety and Health Protection
Agency: Alaska Occupational Safety and Health
Region: Statewide
- Updated penalty amounts for safety violations.
Federal Mandatory Updates
June 2023 - Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
Agency: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Region: Nationwide
- Adds information on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), which requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant employees
May 2023 - Federal Minimum Wage
- When we updated on our Posters – June 2023
Agency: United States Department of Labor
Region: Nationwide
- Includes information on the PUMP Act for Nursing Mothers, which expands break time and private space requirements for nursing employees.
January 2023 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Order (EO) 13658 and 14026
Agency: United States Department of Labor
Region: Nationwide (Federal Contractors)
- Updates the federal minimum wage for federal contractors to $12.15 under EO 13658 and $16.20 under EO 14026.
January 2023 - Notice 797 and Notice 1015
- When we updated on our Posters – December 2022
Agency: Internal Revenue Service
Region: Nationwide
- Explains updates to possible tax credits.
2022 Alaska State & Federal Updates
Alaska Mandatory Update
November 2022 – Minimum Wage
Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Region: Statewide
- Includes minimum wage rate updates.
June 2022 – Occupational Safety and Health Protection
Agency: Alaska Occupational Safety and Health
Region: Statewide
- Updated safety violation penalty amounts.
Federal Mandatory Updates
October 2022 - Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
Agency: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Region: Nationwide
- Replaces an outdated EEOC poster with a plain-language version and QR code.
January 2022 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Orders (EO) 13658 & 14026
- When we updated on our Posters – December 2021
Agency: United States Department of Labor
Region: Nationwide (Federal Contractors)
- Updates the federal minimum wage for federal contractors to $11.25 under EO 13658 and $15.00 under EO 14026.
January 2022 - Notice 797 and Notice 1015
- When we updated on our Posters – December 2021
Agency: Internal Revenue Service
Region: Nationwide
- Explains updates to possible tax credits.
2021 Alaska State & Federal Updates
Alaska Mandatory Update
January 2021 – Minimum Wage
Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Region: Statewide
- Annual minimum wage update.
Federal Mandatory Updates
January 2021 – Workers' Rights Under Executive Order 13658
Agency: United States Department of Labor
Region: Nationwide (Federal Contractors)
- Updates the federal contractor minimum wage to $10.95.
January 2021 – Notice 797 and 1015
- When we updated on our Posters – December 2020
Agency: Internal Revenue Service
Region: Nationwide
- Explains updates to possible tax credits.
2020 Alaska State & Federal Updates
Alaska Mandatory Update
January 2020 – Minimum Wage
Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Region: Statewide
- Annual wage adjustment to reflect inflation.
Federal Mandatory Updates
January 2020 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Order 13658
Agency: United States Department of Labor
Region: Nationwide (Federal Contractors)
- Updates the federal contractor minimum wage to $10.80.
January 2020 – Notice 797 and 1015
Agency: Internal Revenue Service
Region: Nationwide
- Explains updates to possible tax credits.