The Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations has released a new Earned Paid Sick Time poster outlining new sick time rules. Starting May 1, 2025, most employers across the state must offer earned paid sick time under Missouri's new state law.
Missouri Labor Law Posters - State & Federal
Missouri 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
Missouri Minimum Wage:$15.00 - Effective 1/2026
Latest State Updates
- Minimum Wage (9/2025)
- Earned Paid Sick Time (4/2025)
- Minimum Wage (12/2024)
- VESSA (9/2021)
- Workers' Compensation Law (6/2019)
Our All-On-One Poster combines mandatory Missouri and federal requirements for all businesses.
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Missouri Labor Law Poster – All-On-One Compliance Made Easy
Stay compliant and avoid costly fines with our attorney-reviewed, laminated 2026 Missouri labor law poster, which consolidates all required state and federal notices into one easy-to-display format.
It includes essential Missouri postings such as Unemployment Benefits, Workers' Compensation, Minimum Wage, Earned Paid Sick Time, and Youth Employment, as well as key federal notices, including the EEOC’s “Know Your Rights,” OSHA’s “It’s the Law,” FMLA (if required), USERRA, and more. Backed by over 35 years of trusted expertise, our poster ensures your business meets the latest labor law requirements without the hassle.
Employers who require federal-only notices can also view our Federal Labor Law Poster, which include all mandatory nationwide workplace postings.
Missouri State Postings Included
- MO Unemployment Benefits
- MO Workers' Compensation
- MO Discrimination in Employment
- MO Minimum Wage
- MO Public Accommodation
- MO Youth Employment
- MO Victims of Domestic Violence Leave
- MO Earned Paid Sick Time
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 Missouri Labor Law Compliance Support
Keeping labor law posters current is an ongoing responsibility for Missouri 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 Missouri 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 Missouri compliance service offers dedicated support to help businesses meet Missouri labor law posting requirements. This service is designed to assist employers with understanding applicable notices, maintaining compliance across locations, and staying aligned with both Missouri and federal regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What labor law and minimum wage rules apply in Missouri for 2026?
The Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations enforces Missouri labor laws. Key regulations include the wage, discrimination protections, and Workers’ Compensation requirements, all of which are described in required posters and must be displayed in the workplace. Employers must also comply with laws covering child labor, workplace safety, and overtime pay.
Missouri’s minimum wage rises from $13.75 in 2025 to $15.00 per hour on January 1 2026. Tipped employees must be paid at least 50 percent of the minimum wage ($7.50 per hour) and receive tips that bring them to the full rate. Employers must comply with Missouri’s Minimum Wage Law, the Missouri Human Rights Act and the state’s safety regulations under Missouri labor laws 2026.
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What are the penalties in 2026 for not posting or updating Missouri labor law posters?
The U.S. DOL’s penalty for willful failure to post federal notices. Missouri can impose additional fines and may require employers to pay back wages. Employees may bring civil actions for double damages if they are not paid the correct wage. To simplify compliance, consider using our Missouri labor law poster service, which handles all updates and replacements for you, so your posters are always current and meet legal requirements. Employers can buy their compliant Missouri poster set directly from this page, eliminating the need for multiple purchases and ensuring they have every required notice.
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How often must Missouri labor law posters be updated, and who monitors those updates?
The Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DOLIR) issues new posters when laws change. Local minimum wages (e.g., in Kansas City or St. Louis) may differ if ordinances are passed. Posters must be updated whenever a required notice is revised or updated. We monitor official sources and notify customers when updates affect their Missouri employment law posters.
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Where can employers get compliant 2026 Missouri labor law posters, including bilingual/digital options?
Our Missouri & federal labor law posters combine the state minimum wage notice, anti‑discrimination poster, Workers’ Compensation notice and federal requirements. We automatically update them when the new law takes effect. Individual posters can also be downloaded from the Missouri Department of Labor & Industrial Relations website.
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Are small businesses exempt from Missouri labor law poster requirements in 2026?
Most employers with gross annual sales of at least $500,000 are covered by Missouri’s Minimum Wage Law. Smaller retailers and service providers may fall under federal FLSA coverage. Regardless of size, employers covered by federal or state wage laws must display the required required notices under Missouri employee labor laws.
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Can labor law notices be displayed electronically instead of physically in Missouri in 2026?
Physical posting is required at the worksite. Electronic posting may supplement physical copies for remote employees but does not replace the requirement.
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Do Missouri employers need to include both state and federal labor law notices?
Yes. Employers must display Missouri‑specific notices along with federal posters. Our all‑in‑one poster set ensures compliance with both.
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What additional workplace compliance resources are available for Missouri employers?
While your labor law posters cover the basics, the Missouri 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.
Poster Update Program
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 Missouri labor law posters are always current and compliant.
Staying current with labor law poster updates is essential for Missouri 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.
2025 Missouri State & Federal Updates
Missouri Mandatory Update
May 2025 – Earned Paid Sick Time
- When we updated on our Posters – April 2025
Agency: Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Region: Statewide
- Beginning May 1st, 2025, employees will accrue earned paid sick time at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, with employers of 15 or more employees required to provide up to 56 hours annually, and smaller employers required to provide up to 40 hours, unless they choose to offer more. Despite ongoing legal challenges and legislative efforts to repeal the law, including a state Supreme Court case and House Bill 567 currently under consideration by the State Senate, the paid sick time requirements are still scheduled to take effect as planned. If the legislature passes House Bill 567 and it is signed into law, the repeal would not take effect until August 28th, 2025, meaning employers must still comply with the notice and accrual requirements beginning April 15th and May 1st, respectively.
January 2025 – Minimum Wage
- When we updated on our Posters – December 2024
Agency: Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Region: Statewide
- Effective January 1st, 2025, the minimum wage in Missouri will increase from $12.30 per hour to $13.75 per hour. The tipped minimum wage will also increase from at least $6.15 per hour to at least $6.875 per hour
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 Missouri State & Federal Updates
Missouri Mandatory Update
January 2024 – Minimum Wage
- When we updated on our Posters – December 2023
Agency: Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Region: Statewide
- Effective January 1st, 2024, the minimum wage in Missouri will increase from $12.00 per hour to $12.30 per hour. The tipped minimum wage will also increase from at least $6.00 per hour to at least $6.15 per hour.
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 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 Missouri State & Federal Updates
Missouri Mandatory Update
January 2023 – Minimum Wage
- When we updated on our Posters – November 2022
Agency: Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Region: Statewide
- Effective January 1st, 2023, the minimum wage in Missouri will increase from $11.15 per hour to $12.00 per hour. The tipped minimum wage will also increase from at least $5.575 per hour to at least $6.00 per hour.
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 - 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 Missouri State & Federal Updates
Missouri Mandatory Update
January 2022 – Minimum Wage
- When we updated on our Posters – November 2021
Agency: Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Region: Statewide
- Effective January 1st, 2022, the minimum wage in Missouri will increase from $10.30 per hour to $11.15 per hour. The tipped minimum wage will also increase from at least $5.15 per hour to at least $5.575 per hour.
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
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 Missouri State & Federal Updates
Missouri Mandatory Update
October 2021 – Victims Economic Safety and Security Act (VESSA)
- When we updated on our Posters – September 2021
Agency: Missouri Division of Labor Standards
Region: Statewide
- The Missouri Division of Labor Standards released a new notice to coincide with the new Victims Economic Safety and Security Act (VESSA) signed into law on August 28th, 2021. Private and public employers with 20 or more employees are required to provide leave time and safety accommodations for victims of domestic or sexual violence. Employers must post and notify employees of the new law no later than October 27th, 2021.
January 2021 – Minimum Wage
- When we updated on our Posters – December 2020
Agency: Missouri Division of Labor Standards
Region: Statewide
- Effective January 1st, 2021, the minimum wage in Missouri will increase from $9.45 per hour to $10.30 per hour.
Federal Mandatory Updates
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.
2020 Missouri State & Federal Updates
Missouri Mandatory Update
January 2020 – Minimum Wage
- When we updated on our Posters – December 2019
Agency: Missouri Division of Labor Standards
Region: Statewide
- Effective January 1st, 2020, the minimum wage in the state of Missouri increased from $8.60 per hour to $9.45 per hour. The minimum wage rate will increase .85 cents each year through 2023 for all private, non-exempt businesses.
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
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.