Texas Labor Law Posters - State & Federal
Texas 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
Texas Minimum Wage:$7.25 - Effective 7/2009
Latest State Updates
- Workplace Violence (1/2024)
- Equal Opportunity is the Law (1/2023)
- Workers' Compensation Ombudsman (8/2022)
- Unemployment Insurance (4/2020)
- Owed Wages (9/2018)
- Child Labor Laws (6/2017)
Our All-On-One Poster combines mandatory Texas and federal requirements for all businesses.
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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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Simplify Compliance with Texas Labor Law Posters 2026 for Employers
Ensure effortless compliance with Texas labor laws with our 2026 Texas Space Saver-1 All-On-One labor law poster. Designed with reversible display options (horizontal or vertical), this poster consolidates all required Texas and federal notices into one easy-to-display format.
Backed by over 35 years of expertise, it helps business owners avoid costly fines by providing comprehensive coverage, including the following state-specific notices: Unemployment Insurance, Payday Law, Equal Employment Opportunity, Workers' Compensation Notices 5 & 6, Workplace Violence, and Ombudsman Workers' Compensation. Federal notices on the Texas labor law posters include the EEOC’s 'Know Your Rights,' Fed-OSHA’s 'It’s the Law,' the Federal Minimum Wage, and Employee Polygraph Protection.
Employers who require federal-only notices can also view our Federal Labor Law Poster, which include all mandatory nationwide workplace postings.
Texas State Postings Included
- TX Unemployment Insurance Notice
- TX Payday Law
- TX Equal Employment Opportunity
- TX Workers' Compensation Notice 6
- TX Workers' Compensation Notice 5
- TX Workplace Violence
- TX Ombudsman Workers' Compensation
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 Texas Labor Law Compliance Support
Keeping labor law posters current is an ongoing responsibility for Texas 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 Texas 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 Texas compliance service offers dedicated support to help businesses meet Texas labor law posting requirements. This service is designed to assist employers with understanding applicable notices, maintaining compliance across locations, and staying aligned with both Texas and federal regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What labor law and minimum wage rules apply in Texas for 2026?
Texas employers must display required labor law posters such as the “Payday Law” and “Unemployment Compensation Law” from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) in common employee areas like break rooms, near time clocks, or at main employee entrances and exits, in accordance with Texas labor laws 2026. These Texas employment law posters inform employees of their rights regarding wages, hours, and unemployment benefits. Texas does not have its own minimum wage and follows the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. Employers must comply with the Texas Payday Law, the Texas Minimum Wage Act (which adopts the federal rate), and the Texas Workers’ Compensation Act.
Additionally, employers must also post notices such as the Texas Child Labor Law, which outlines restrictions on the employment of minors, and the Workers’ Compensation Notice (if they carry coverage), which explains employees' rights and employer obligations under Texas Labor Code, Chapter 406. For public employers, the Texas Whistleblower Act may also apply.
All notices must be posted in English and Spanish if the workforce includes Spanish-speaking employees with limited English proficiency, and they must be clearly visible and accessible during all work hours. Failing to post these notices may result in penalties or claims of noncompliance during audits or investigations.
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How often must Texas labor law posters be updated, and who monitors those updates?
Texas labor law posters must be updated whenever there is a change in federal or state law, or when an existing notice is revised, whether in content, contact information, or formatting. This includes mandatory postings from agencies such as the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and the U.S. Department of Labor.
For example, Texas employers are required to display notices like the Unemployment Compensation Act poster from the TWC, which informs employees of their rights to unemployment benefits. Another important posting is the Texas Payday Law notice, which outlines wage payment obligations under the Texas Labor Code. Our service monitors updates and automatically sends new posters.
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Where can employers get compliant 2026 Texas posters, including bilingual options?
Texas employers with a significant number of Spanish-speaking workers are required to post certain notices, such as the Workers' Compensation Notices 5 and 6, in both English and Spanish to ensure all employees understand their rights and protections under the law. Our Texas employment law posters are available in bilingual formats (in both English and Spanish versions) to help businesses meet this requirement and stay fully compliant.
In addition to workers' comp notices, bilingual posting is important for laws like the Texas Payday Law, enforced by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), which outlines wage payment timelines and employee complaint rights. The Unemployment Compensation Notice is another key posting that must be accessible to Spanish-speaking employees. Our bilingual posters consolidate these critical notices into one convenient format, ensuring businesses meet state and federal language accessibility standards.
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What are the penalties in 2026 for not posting or updating Texas labor law posters?
Failure to post required labor law notices in Texas can lead to significant penalties, both at the state and federal levels under Texas employee labor laws. For instance, not displaying the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) “It’s the Law” poster may result in fines exceeding $16,000 per violation.
In addition to federal requirements, Texas employers must also comply with state-specific posting laws. For example:
- Texas Payday Law (Texas Labor Code §61.011) requires employers to post a notice informing employees of their rights regarding timely wage payments. Failure to do so can result in investigations and potential penalties from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC).
- Under the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act, employers are required to post information on how employees can file for unemployment benefits. Non-compliance can interfere with employee rights and trigger enforcement actions by the Texas Workforce Commission.
- Certain industries, such as construction and agriculture, may have additional required postings under Texas Workers’ Compensation laws.
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Are small businesses exempt from Texas labor law poster requirements in 2026?
No. Texas employers that are covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) are required to display applicable labor law posters. While certain small farms or family-owned businesses may be exempt from specific minimum wage provisions, posting obligations generally still apply to covered employers.
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Can labor law notices be displayed electronically instead of physically in Texas in 2026?
No. Texas requires employers to physically display Texas & federal labor law posters at the workplace in a conspicuous location. Electronic posting may be used to supplement physical postings for remote or off-site employees, but it does not replace the requirement to post physical notices for on-site workers.
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Do Texas employers need to include both state and federal labor law notices?
Yes. Texas employers must display both Texas-specific labor law notices, such as the Workers’ Compensation Notice and Payday Law notice, as well as applicable federal labor law posters. Our combined Texas labor law poster includes all required state and federal postings in one convenient display to help ensure compliance.
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What additional workplace compliance resources are available for Texas employers?
While your labor law posters cover the basics, the Texas 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 Texas labor law posters are always current and compliant.
This summary covers the essential mandatory updates to Texas labor posters at state and federal levels, including changes in wage regulations, workplace safety protocols, and employee rights to support compliance and informed employees.
2025 Texas State & Federal 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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
2024 Texas State & Federal Updates
February 2024 – Workplace Violence
Agency: Department of Public Safety
Region:Statewide
- The Texas Department of Public Safety released a new required Texas workplace poster. Employers in Texas with at least one employee must display a notice in both English and Spanish, in a visible location accessible to all employees, advising employees of their right to anonymously report workplace violence or suspicious activities.
Type: Mandatory
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
2023 Texas State & Federal 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.
Type: Mandatory(Federal)
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
February 2023 – Equal Employment Opportunity
Agency: Texas Workforce Commission
Region: Statewide
- Updated Equal Employment Opportunity poster expands the description of the “Sex Protected Class” and adds a new website and email.
Type: Mandatory
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
2022 Texas State & Federal Updates
September 2022 – Workers' Compensation Ombudsman
Agency: Texas Office of Injured Employee Counsel
Region: Statewide
- Removes the workers' compensation adjuster’s license requirement for Ombudsman personnel; completion of a comprehensive training program remains required.
Type: Mandatory
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
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.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)
2021 Texas State & Federal 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.
Type: Mandatory(Federal)
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.
Type: Mandatory(Federal)
2020 Texas State & Federal Updates
June 2020 – Unemployment Insurance
Agency: Texas Workforce Commission
Region: Statewide
- Clarifies eligibility when unemployed or when work hours are reduced; states filing requirements (full legal name and Social Security number or work authorization) and includes updated email and web address.
Type: Mandatory
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
Agency: Internal Revenue Service
Region: Nationwide
- Explains updates to possible tax credits.
Type: Mandatory (Federal)