Governor McKee Signs Legislation Raising Rhode Island Minimum Wage
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor McKee signed legislation (2025-H 5029A, 2025-S 0125A) that increases Rhode Island’s minimum wage from $15 to $17 over a two-year period. Taking effect Jan. 1, 2026, the minimum wage will increase to $16, and on Jan. 1, 2027, $17. An estimated 50,000 Rhode Islanders are currently earning minimum wage. “Hard work should be […]Read More