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Federal Contractor Minimum Wage Update: What You Need to Know for 2026
If you’ve been keeping an eye on federal contractor wage rules, there’s an upcoming update worth your attention. The U.S. Department of Labor has officially announced new minimum wage rates under Executive Order 13658, and it’s going into effect very soon.
Which Contracts Does This Apply To?
This Executive Order only applies to federal contracts that:
Were entered into between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, and
Have not been renewed or extended on or after January 30,
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May 6th 2026