We love a good headline! Yesterday, Governor Hochul announced an increase to the maximum benefit rate for unemployed workers. This rate increase will make a real difference for thousands of unemployed New Yorkers. The bottom line is, if you are out of work, through no fault of your own, you will have unemployment insurance to help make ends meet. Learn more about the increase and see if you are eligible: dol.ny.gov/mbr | New York State Department of Labor

Small businesses breathe life into our communities. This Small Business Saturday, we encourage New Yorkers to show up for the local small businesses that bring jobs, culture, and heart to communities across New York State. | New York State Department of Labor

Minimum wage earners can expect to see more money in their pockets starting January 1, 2026. In the new year, minimum wage will increase to $17/hour in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester and $16/hour for the rest of the State. You can find additional information about the upcoming minimum wage increase here: https://dol.ny.gov/minimum-wage | New York State Department of Labor

Everyone has a right to a decent living wage. The latest #minimumwage increase helps ensure economic fairness for all working women and men of New York. Discover more: on.ny.gov/minimumwage | New York State Department of Labor | Facebook