New York’s minimum wage will increase by 50 cents on January 1, reaching $16.50 in Westchester, New York City, and Long Island, and $15.50 elsewhere in the state. This is part of a three-year rollout of increases, which aim to bring the minimum wage to $17 downstate and $16 farther north by 2026. The hike follows last year’s rate increase to $16 downstate and $15 elsewhere, with future increases linked to the Consumer Price Index starting in 2027. Business owners support the increase, citing its benefits for local communities and worker productivity.
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