What are the specific requirements for posting Massachusetts labor law notices?

Massachusetts requires that all labor law posters be displayed in an area accessible to all employees. Posters must be visible during all work shifts and include both state and federal notices, such as “Earned Sick Time” and “Wage and Hour Laws.”

Are there any penalties for not posting Massachusetts labor law notices?

Yes. The Attorney General’s Fair Labor Division may issue penalties for failing to post required notices. Missing posters such as the “Wage and Hour Laws” or “Earned Sick Time” may also lead to wage claims.

What topics are covered by the Massachusetts labor law posters?

Topics include minimum wage, sick time, temporary worker rights, fair employment practices, parental leave, wage payment, and workers’ compensation.

How often should Massachusetts labor law posters be updated?

Massachusetts labor law posters must be updated promptly whenever state or federal notices change; there’s no fixed update schedule. Employers should keep an eye on the Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards (DLS), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), and relevant federal agencies. Missing updates can lead to fines or legal penalties. To simplify compliance, consider using a Massachusetts labor law poster service or set automated reminders to swap in new posters as soon as they’re released.

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Massachusetts Minimum Wage:$15.00 - Effective 1/2023

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Paid Family and Medical Leave (12/2025)
Fair Employment (6/2025)
Unemployment Insurance (6/2025)
Earned Sick Time (1/2025)
Paid Family and Medical Leave (1/2025)
Workers' Compensation (8/2024)
Parental Leave (6/2023)
Fair Employment (2/2023)
Wage & Hour Laws (1/2023)
Emergency Paid Sick Leave (6/2021)

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Note: If 10% or more of your employees primarily speak Spanish, we recommend displaying labor law posters in both English and Spanish to ensure clear communication and compliance. In certain states—AZ, CA, FL, GA, NM, NY, and TX—bilingual postings are mandatory by law.

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Stay effortlessly compliant with our All-On-One 2026 Massachusetts labor law poster, designed to combine all mandatory state, federal, and OSHA notices into one easy-to-display, laminated format.

Updated for 2026 changes, including the latest Paid Family Medical Leave, Earned Sick Time, and Workers’ Compensation notices, this attorney-reviewed poster ensures your business meets current legal requirements.

Employers who require federal-only notices can also view our Federal Labor Law Poster, which include all mandatory nationwide workplace postings.

Massachusetts State Postings Included

MA Fair Employment Law
MA Unemployment Insurance
MA Workers' Compensation
MA Sexual Harassment Policy and Poster
MA Smoking Notice
MA Wage and Hour Laws
MA Parental Leave Act
MA Earned Sick Time
MA Paid Family and Medical Leave
MA Veterans Advisor Poster

Federal Postings and Notifications Included

EEOC "Know Your Rights" Notice
Fed-OSHA "It's the Law" Notice
Federal Minimum Wage Notice
Employee Polygraph Protection Notice
Family and Medical Leave Act Notice (download only where required)
USERRA Rights and Benefits Notice
Payday Notice (Meets notification requirements)
IRS EITC / Notice 797 / W-4 Notice (Meets notification requirements)
Employee "Right to Know" Notice
USCIS Discrimination Notice

Wage regulations are a critical part of compliance, For employers comparing wage requirements nationwide, view Our US minimum wage by state.

Ongoing Massachusetts Labor Law Compliance Support

Keeping labor law posters current is an ongoing responsibility for Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts or federal posting requirements change. This plan helps businesses maintain up-to-date labor law postings without needing to track regulatory changes manually.

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Product History Description	<!-- Bottom Accordian --> <section class="bg-white py-5 py-8"> <div class="container"> <div class="sm:text-3xl text-2xl font-semibold text-bluellp mt-2 text-center mb-2">Mandatory MA Labor Law Poster Updates – State & Federal</div> <p class="text-center font-Bevietnampro text-sm">All Massachusetts employers must display current state and federal labor posters to ensure employees are informed of their rights, protections, and wage requirements. The following highlights recent mandatory updates that impact all workplaces.</p> <div x-data="{ openTab: 2 }" class="mt-6"> <div class="py-3 px-4 bg-white rounded-xl border mb-3 rounded-md"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center cursor-pointer text-bluellp"> <h3 class="text-persianindigo font-medium text-lg px-2">2025 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates</h3> </div> <div class="pt-3 font-Bevietnampro text-sm border-t mt-1 px-2"> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold text-base">Massachusetts Mandatory Update</p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2026 – Paid Family Medical Leave</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – December 2025 </li> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development has released an updated Paid Family Medical Leave poster for 2026. The revised poster has increased the maximum weekly benefit amount from $1,170.64 to $1,230.39. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">June 2025 – Unemployment Insurance</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA)</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Revises a specific requirement for employers to distribute the pamphlet within 30 days of an employee’s last day of work, along with the addition of DUA website addresses for creating an account and filing a claim. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">June 2025 – Fair Employment</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Adds a new Worcester MCAD location and updated the revision date. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2025 – Paid Family Medical Leave</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Increases the maximum weekly benefit amount from $1,149.90 to $1,170.64. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2025 – Earned Sick Time</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates to reflect changes to M.G.L. ch. 149, §148C. Employees can now use sick time for domestic violence effects, pregnancy loss, failed reproduction, adoption, or surrogacy. The poster also clarifies job protection, prohibiting retaliation such as disciplinary points, reduced hours, or termination for using sick leave. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold text-base">Federal Mandatory Update</p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">April 2025 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Orders (EO) 13658 & 14026</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> United States Department of Labor</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide (Federal Contractors)</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates federal minimum wage information for contractors to $13.30 for EO 13658 and notes revocation of EO 14026 due to EO 14236. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2025 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Orders (EO) 13658 & 14026</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> United States Department of Labor</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide (Federal Contractors)</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates the federal minimum wage for federal contractors to $13.30 under EO 13658 and $17.75 under EO 14026. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2025 - Notice 797 and 1015</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – December 2024 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Internal Revenue Service</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Explains updates to possible tax credits. </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="py-3 px-4 bg-white rounded-xl border mb-3 rounded-md"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center cursor-pointer text-bluellp"> <h3 class="text-persianindigo font-medium text-lg px-2">2024 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates</h3> </div> <div class="pt-3 font-Bevietnampro text-sm border-t mt-1 px-2"> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold text-base">Massachusetts Mandatory Update</p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">September 2024 – Workers’ Compensation</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Redesigns the poster and informs employees that if their employer fails to report an injury to their insurer, they may file an Employee’s Claim Form. The poster also includes updated contact methods for the Department of Industrial Accidents, including a new QR code. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2024 – Paid Family Medical Leave </p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – December 2023 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Revises the poster with several changes, including increased deduction percentages for employers, a higher maximum weekly benefit amount, and an adjusted quarterly payment required for covered employees. Additionally, should an employer opt to provide paid leave benefits through a private plan, the updated poster now includes space to insert the private plan’s name, coverage details, and contact information. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold text-base">Federal Mandatory Update</p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2024 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Orders (EO) 13658 & 14026</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> United States Department of Labor</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide (Federal Contractors)</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates the federal minimum wage for federal contractors to $12.90 under EO 13658 and $17.20 under EO 14026. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2024 - Notice 797 and 1015</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – December 2023 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Internal Revenue Service </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Explains updates to possible tax credits. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2024 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Order 13706: Paid Sick Leave for Contractors</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> United States Department of Labor </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide (Federal Contractors)</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates the paid sick leave website with a QR code for more information for federal contractors. </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="py-3 px-4 bg-white rounded-xl border mb-3 rounded-md"> <div x-on:click="openTab = (openTab === 3) ? null : 3" class="flex justify-between items-center cursor-pointer text-bluellp"> <h3 class="text-persianindigo font-medium text-lg px-2">2023 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates</h3> <div class="flex items-center gap-1"> <span class="uppercase underline font-light text-sm">View Updates</span> <span x-show="openTab === 3"> <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor" class="w-4 h-4"> <path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="m4.5 15.75 7.5-7.5 7.5 7.5" /> </svg> </span> <span x-show="openTab !== 3"> <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor" class="w-4 h-4"> <path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="m19.5 8.25-7.5 7.5-7.5-7.5" /> </svg> </span> </div> </div> <div x-show="openTab === 3" class="pt-3 font-Bevietnampro text-sm border-t mt-1 px-2"> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">Massachusetts Mandatory Update </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Releases a new poster regarding the Parental Leave Law in Massachusetts. The notice now clarifies that domestic workers are also entitled to this leave, and all employees must be employed on a full-time basis to be eligible. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">May 2023 – Paid Family Medical Leave</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Expands upon the employers’ responsibility to maintain the employee’s employment-related health insurance benefits. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">May 2023 – Workers’ Compensation</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates the website address and the telephone number of the department. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">March 2023 – Fair Employment</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates to two locations in Boston and Springfield. The New Bedford and Worcester offices have permanently closed. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">March 2023 – Minimum Wage</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – February 2023 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Office of the Attorney General </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Re-releases the Wage & Hour Laws poster for 2023. The poster was redesigned to include the new Attorney General of Massachusetts. The poster was released in January but was revised and re-released on February 15th, 2023. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2023 – Paid Family Medical Leave </p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – November 2022 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Reflects increases in the allowed deduction percentage for employers, the maximum weekly benefit amount, and the amount required for a covered employee to be paid per quarter. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold text-base">Federal Mandatory Update </p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">June 2023 – Parental Leave Notice </p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">June 2023 – Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Equal Employment Opportunity Commission</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Adds information on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), which requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant employees. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">May 2023 – Federal Minimum Wage </p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – June 2023 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> United States Department of Labor</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Includes information on the PUMP Act for Nursing Mothers, which expands break time and private space requirements for nursing employees. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2023 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Order (EO) 13658 and 14026 </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> United States Department of Labor</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide (Federal Contractors)</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates the federal minimum wage for federal contractors to $12.15 under EO 13658 and $16.20 under EO 14026. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2023 - Notice 797 and Notice 1015</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – December 2022 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Internal Revenue Service</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Explains updates to possible tax credits. </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="py-3 px-4 bg-white rounded-xl border mb-3 rounded-md"> <div x-on:click="openTab = (openTab === 4) ? null : 4" class="flex justify-between items-center cursor-pointer text-bluellp"> <h3 class="text-persianindigo font-medium text-lg px-2">2022 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates</h3> <div class="flex items-center gap-1"> <span class="uppercase underline font-light text-sm">View Updates</span> <span x-show="openTab === 4"> <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor" class="w-4 h-4"> <path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="m4.5 15.75 7.5-7.5 7.5 7.5" /> </svg> </span> <span x-show="openTab !== 4"> <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor" class="w-4 h-4"> <path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="m19.5 8.25-7.5 7.5-7.5-7.5" /> </svg> </span> </div> </div> <div x-show="openTab === 4" class="pt-3 font-Bevietnampro text-sm border-t mt-1 px-2"> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold text-base">Massachusetts Mandatory Update</p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">February 2022 – Fair Employment </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Adds disability, pregnancy, and pregnancy-related conditions as bases of discrimination. Examples of pregnancy-related conditions such as lactation or expressing breast milk have been explained in an added section on the poster titled “Pregnancy.” </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold text-base">Federal Mandatory Update</p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">October 2022 – Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide </p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Replaces an outdated EEOC poster with a plain-language version and QR code. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2022 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Orders (EO) 13658 & 14026</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> United States Department of Labor</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide (Federal Contractors)</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates the federal minimum wage for federal contractors to $11.25 under EO 13658 and $15.00 under EO 14026. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2022 - Notice 797 and Notice 1015</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – December 2021 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Internal Revenue Service </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Explains updates to possible tax credits. </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="py-3 px-4 bg-white rounded-xl border mb-3 rounded-md"> <div x-on:click="openTab = (openTab === 5) ? null : 5" class="flex justify-between items-center cursor-pointer text-bluellp"> <h3 class="text-persianindigo font-medium text-lg px-2">2021 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates</h3> <div class="flex items-center gap-1"> <span class="uppercase underline font-light text-sm">View Updates</span> <span x-show="openTab === 5"> <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor" class="w-4 h-4"> <path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="m4.5 15.75 7.5-7.5 7.5 7.5" /> </svg> </span> <span x-show="openTab !== 5"> <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor" class="w-4 h-4"> <path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="m19.5 8.25-7.5 7.5-7.5-7.5" /> </svg> </span> </div> </div> <div x-show="openTab === 5" class="pt-3 font-Bevietnampro text-sm border-t mt-1 px-2"> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold text-base">Massachusetts Mandatory Update </p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">October 2021 – COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">The Massachusetts COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave has been extended through April 1st, 2022. Under Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2021 (An Act Providing for Massachusetts COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave), effective May 28th, 2021, employers must make paid leave available for COVID-related illnesses, quarantine, and vaccinations, and may apply for reimbursement from the state. The poster was updated and is in effect through April 1st, 2022 (previously through September 30th, 2021 or until the exhaustion of $75M in program funds). </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">July 2021 – Paid Family and Medical Leave</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – August 2021 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide </p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Effective July 1st, 2021, Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave went into full effect. The notice clarifies that during leave employers must continue to provide for and contribute to employees’ employment-related health insurance benefits. To fund PFML benefits, employers may deduct payroll contributions of up to 0.378% (adjusted annually) from a covered individual’s wages or other earnings. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">May 2021 – COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – June 2021 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Executive Office for Administration and Finance</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Statewide </p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Under Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2021 (An Act Providing for Massachusetts COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave), effective May 28th, 2021, employers must make paid leave time available for COVID-related illnesses, quarantine, and vaccinations, and may apply for reimbursement from the state. The poster took effect May 28th, 2021 through September 30th, 2021 (or until the exhaustion of $75M in program funds). </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold text-base">Federal Mandatory Update</p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2021 - Notice 797 and Notice 1015</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – December 2020 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Internal Revenue Service</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide </p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Explains updates to possible tax credits. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2021 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Order 13658</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> United States Department of Labor</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide (Federal Contractors) </p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates the federal contractor minimum wage to $10.95. </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="py-3 px-4 bg-white rounded-xl border mb-3 rounded-md"> <div x-on:click="openTab = (openTab === 6) ? null : 6" class="flex justify-between items-center cursor-pointer text-bluellp"> <h3 class="text-persianindigo font-medium text-lg px-2">2020 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates </h3> <div class="flex items-center gap-1"> <span class="uppercase underline font-light text-sm">View Updates</span> <span x-show="openTab === 6"> <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor" class="w-4 h-4"> <path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="m4.5 15.75 7.5-7.5 7.5 7.5" /> </svg> </span> <span x-show="openTab !== 6"> <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor" class="w-4 h-4"> <path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="m19.5 8.25-7.5 7.5-7.5-7.5" /> </svg> </span> </div> </div> <div x-show="openTab === 6" class="pt-3 font-Bevietnampro text-sm border-t mt-1 px-2"> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold text-base">Federal Mandatory Update </p> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2020 - Workers' Rights Under Executive Order 13658</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> United States Department of Labor </p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide (Federal Contractors)</p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Updates the federal contractor minimum wage to $10.80. </li> </ul> </br> <p class="mb-1 font-semibold">January 2020 - Notice 797 and Notice 1015 </p> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">When we updated on our Posters – December 2019 <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Agency:</span> Internal Revenue Service</p> <p class="mb-1"><span class="font-semibold">Region:</span> Nationwide</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="text-sm font-Bevietnampro relative list-disc mb-1 ml-4"> <li class="mb-2 relative leading-6">Explains updates to possible tax credits. </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section>
State Update	<div class="font-Bevietnampro text-sm "> <p class="font-medium leading-6">Massachusetts Minimum Wage:<span class="block">$15.00 - Effective 1/2023</span></p> <p class="font-medium leading-6 my-1">Latest State Updates</p> <ul class="text-sm disc pl-4 leading-6 font-light" style="list-style: disc;"> <li>Paid Family and Medical Leave (12/2025)</li> <li>Fair Employment (6/2025)</li> <li>Unemployment Insurance (6/2025)</li> <li>Earned Sick Time (1/2025)</li> <li>Paid Family and Medical Leave (1/2025)</li> <li>Workers' Compensation (8/2024)</li> <li>Parental Leave (6/2023)</li> <li>Fair Employment (2/2023)</li> <li>Wage & Hour Laws (1/2023)</li> <li>Emergency Paid Sick Leave (6/2021)</li> </ul> </div>

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the specific requirements for posting Massachusetts labor law notices?

Massachusetts requires that all labor law posters be displayed in an area accessible to all employees. Posters must be visible during all work shifts and include both state and federal notices, such as “Earned Sick Time” and “Wage and Hour Laws.”
Are there any penalties for not posting Massachusetts labor law notices?

Yes. The Attorney General’s Fair Labor Division may issue penalties for failing to post required notices. Missing posters such as the “Wage and Hour Laws” or “Earned Sick Time” may also lead to wage claims.
What topics are covered by the Massachusetts labor law posters?

Topics include minimum wage, sick time, temporary worker rights, fair employment practices, parental leave, wage payment, and workers’ compensation.
How often should Massachusetts labor law posters be updated?

Massachusetts labor law posters must be updated promptly whenever state or federal notices change; there’s no fixed update schedule. Employers should keep an eye on the Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards (DLS), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), and relevant federal agencies. Missing updates can lead to fines or legal penalties. To simplify compliance, consider using a Massachusetts labor law poster service for or set automated reminders to swap in new posters as soon as they’re released.
Which notices must be displayed for Massachusetts workplace posters?

Massachusetts employers must display required state notices such as Minimum Wage, Unemployment Insurance Coverage, Workers’ Compensation, Earned Sick Time, Paid Family & Medical Leave, Fair Employment Law, Child Labor, and Temporary Worker Right to Know. They must also post the required federal labor law notices (e.g., EEOC, Federal Minimum Wage, OSHA).
How often do Massachusetts labor law posters change and how do I keep them current?

There is no set schedule; updates may occur when state or federal laws change. Employers should monitor the Massachusetts Department of Labor and Workforce Development and related agencies. To simplify compliance, using a service that tracks updates and sends replacement posters is recommended.

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Mandatory MA Labor Law Poster Updates – State & Federal

All Massachusetts employers must display current state and federal labor posters to ensure employees are informed of their rights, protections, and wage requirements. The following highlights recent mandatory updates that impact all workplaces.

2025 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates

Massachusetts Mandatory Update

January 2026 – Paid Family Medical Leave

When we updated on our Posters – December 2025

Agency: Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Region: Statewide

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development has released an updated Paid Family Medical Leave poster for 2026. The revised poster has increased the maximum weekly benefit amount from $1,170.64 to $1,230.39.

June 2025 – Unemployment Insurance

Agency: Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA)

Region: Statewide

Revises a specific requirement for employers to distribute the pamphlet within 30 days of an employee’s last day of work, along with the addition of DUA website addresses for creating an account and filing a claim.

June 2025 – Fair Employment

Agency: Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)

Region: Statewide

Adds a new Worcester MCAD location and updated the revision date.

January 2025 – Paid Family Medical Leave

Agency: Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Region: Statewide

Increases the maximum weekly benefit amount from $1,149.90 to $1,170.64.

January 2025 – Earned Sick Time

Agency: Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Region: Statewide

Updates to reflect changes to M.G.L. ch. 149, §148C. Employees can now use sick time for domestic violence effects, pregnancy loss, failed reproduction, adoption, or surrogacy. The poster also clarifies job protection, prohibiting retaliation such as disciplinary points, reduced hours, or termination for using sick leave.

Federal Mandatory Update

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 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates

Massachusetts Mandatory Update

September 2024 – Workers’ Compensation

Agency: Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents

Region: Statewide

Redesigns the poster and informs employees that if their employer fails to report an injury to their insurer, they may file an Employee’s Claim Form. The poster also includes updated contact methods for the Department of Industrial Accidents, including a new QR code.

January 2024 – Paid Family Medical Leave

When we updated on our Posters – December 2023
Agency: Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Region: Statewide

Revises the poster with several changes, including increased deduction percentages for employers, a higher maximum weekly benefit amount, and an adjusted quarterly payment required for covered employees. Additionally, should an employer opt to provide paid leave benefits through a private plan, the updated poster now includes space to insert the private plan’s name, coverage details, and contact information.

Federal Mandatory Update

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 under EO 14026.

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 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates

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Massachusetts Mandatory Update

Agency: Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)

Region: Statewide

Releases a new poster regarding the Parental Leave Law in Massachusetts. The notice now clarifies that domestic workers are also entitled to this leave, and all employees must be employed on a full-time basis to be eligible.

May 2023 – Paid Family Medical Leave

Agency: Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Region: Statewide

Expands upon the employers’ responsibility to maintain the employee’s employment-related health insurance benefits.

May 2023 – Workers’ Compensation

Agency: Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents

Region: Statewide

Updates the website address and the telephone number of the department.

March 2023 – Fair Employment

Agency: Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)

Region: Statewide

Updates to two locations in Boston and Springfield. The New Bedford and Worcester offices have permanently closed.

March 2023 – Minimum Wage

When we updated on our Posters – February 2023
Agency: Office of the Attorney General

Region: Statewide

Re-releases the Wage & Hour Laws poster for 2023. The poster was redesigned to include the new Attorney General of Massachusetts. The poster was released in January but was revised and re-released on February 15th, 2023.

January 2023 – Paid Family Medical Leave

When we updated on our Posters – November 2022
Agency: Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Region: Statewide

Reflects increases in the allowed deduction percentage for employers, the maximum weekly benefit amount, and the amount required for a covered employee to be paid per quarter.

Federal Mandatory Update

June 2023 – Parental Leave Notice

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 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates

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Massachusetts Mandatory Update

February 2022 – Fair Employment

Agency: Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)

Region: Statewide

Adds disability, pregnancy, and pregnancy-related conditions as bases of discrimination. Examples of pregnancy-related conditions such as lactation or expressing breast milk have been explained in an added section on the poster titled “Pregnancy.”

Federal Mandatory Update

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

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 Massachusetts State & Federal Updates

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Massachusetts Mandatory Update

October 2021 – COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave

Agency: Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Region: Statewide

The Massachusetts COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave has been extended through April 1st, 2022. Under Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2021 (An Act Providing for Massachusetts COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave), effective May 28th, 2021, employers must make paid leave available for COVID-related illnesses, quarantine, and vaccinations, and may apply for reimbursement from the state. The poster was updated and is in effect through April 1st, 2022 (previously through September 30th, 2021 or until the exhaustion of $75M in program funds).

July 2021 – Paid Family and Medical Leave

When we updated on our Posters – August 2021
Agency: Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Region: Statewide

Effective July 1st, 2021, Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave went into full effect. The notice clarifies that during leave employers must continue to provide for and contribute to employees’ employment-related health insurance benefits. To fund PFML benefits, employers may deduct payroll contributions of up to 0.378% (adjusted annually) from a covered individual’s wages or other earnings.

May 2021 – COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave

When we updated on our Posters – June 2021
Agency: Executive Office for Administration and Finance

Region: Statewide

Under Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2021 (An Act Providing for Massachusetts COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave), effective May 28th, 2021, employers must make paid leave time available for COVID-related illnesses, quarantine, and vaccinations, and may apply for reimbursement from the state. The poster took effect May 28th, 2021 through September 30th, 2021 (or until the exhaustion of $75M in program funds).

Federal Mandatory Update

January 2021 - Notice 797 and Notice 1015

When we updated on our Posters – December 2020
Agency: Internal Revenue Service

Region: Nationwide

Explains updates to possible tax credits.

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.

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Federal Mandatory Update

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 Notice 1015

When we updated on our Posters – December 2019
Agency: Internal Revenue Service

Region: Nationwide

Explains updates to possible tax credits.

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