The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry recently released an update to its 2026 Minimum Wage poster. The latest version introduces important new information on employee rest and meal breaks, but the featured 2026 minimum wage rate remains the same. Employers in the state of Minnesota should immediately replace their existing Minimum Wage notice with the revised revision that reflects the added information on rest breaks and meal periods. Previously, the state revised the required minimum wage poster with the new 2026 minimum wage rate of $11.41 per hour in October 2025.
What’s New on the Updated 2026 Poster?
The most notable update to the 2026 Minimum Wage poster is the addition of a new Rest and Meal Breaks section. This new section clearly outlines employer obligations and employee rights regarding paid and unpaid breaks during the workday.
Under Minnesota law:
- Employees must receive at least a 15-minute rest break for every four consecutive hours worked
- Employees working six or more consecutive hours must be provided a 30-minute meal break
These requirements are now prominently displayed on the poster, making it easier for employees to understand their rights and for employers to communicate expectations clearly.
In addition to the new break section, the updated poster includes QR codes that link employees to more detailed information about break requirements and retaliation protections. This reflects a broader trend of making labor law information more accessible through digital tools.
What Is the Current Minnesota Minimum Wage?
While the break requirements are the main update, the poster still includes other key wage information employers and their workers need to know. For 2026, the minimum wage is $11.41 per hour and applies to all employers in Minnesota. This rate took effect January 1st, 2026. A training wage of $9.31 per hour may be paid to employees under 20 during their first 90 days of employment. The 2026 poster also reiterates overtime rules, wage theft protections, and sick and safe time requirements. In Minnesota, the minimum wage rate applies to all employers operating in the state. While state overtime requirements differ based on whether the employer is exempt from the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the state minimum wage applies to all Minnesota businesses.
Employer Action Steps
To stay compliant, Minnesota employers should immediately replace outdated posters with the revised 2026 Minimum Wage poster. Displaying this poster in a conspicuous location with other required posted notices where employees can view during the normal workday fulfills mandatory state posting requirements. Additionally, affected employers should review their existing break policies and scheduling to ensure it complies with state law as listed on the new poster. Training supervisors and managers on rest and meal breaks can help ensure ongoing compliance.
Labor Law Posters-Online has updated its 2026 Minnesota State & Federal Labor Law Poster to reflect the revised minimum wage poster. Minnesota subscribers to our automatic poster updates subscription will receive the updated notice in print and digital format as part of their annual service.