As a reminder to employers in Rhode Island, by the Governor by the Governor House Bill 5029, titled “An Act Relating to Labor and Labor Relations — Minimum Wages”into law, taking immediate effect upon signature, and updates the state’s minimum wage law under Section 28-12-3 of the Rhode Island General Laws.

New Minimum Wage Rates:

• $16.00 per hour starting January 1, 2026
• $17.00 per hour starting January 1, 2027

For additional information:

• Rhode Island H 5029 – Sets the minimum wage for 2026 at sixteen dollars ($16) per hour, 2027 at seventeen dollars ($17) per hour.

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