In 2026, Pennsylvania's minimum wage across the state remains $7.25 per hour, and tipped employees may be paid $2.83 per hour. Employers must post both Pennsylvania and federal labor law notices, including minimum wage, workers’ compensation, unemployment compensation, child labor, workplace safety, and equal employment opportunity posters. These notices must be easy to see and kept up to date, as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry and the U.S. Department of Labor.

Yes. Employers in Pennsylvania are generally required to display both the Pennsylvania State and Federal Labor Law Poster to stay compliant. These are separate legal requirements, and missing either can lead to fines or enforcement actions.

Pennsylvania does not list one single fine for missing posters. Instead, employers who fail to post required notices may face citations, fines, or enforcement actions, depending on the law involved. Federal agencies can also impose penalties for violations of certain notices, for example:

• Minimum Wage or Overtime Violation can lead to a civil money penalty of up to $1,000,
• Violators of the child labor provisions can lead to a civil money penalty of up to $10,000

Missing posters can also weaken an employer’s position during inspections, complaints, or legal claims, making compliance especially important.

No. Most Pennsylvania posting requirements apply regardless of business size, while some small businesses may not be covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). It is better to understand and determine which posters are required for your business. WorkWise Compliance offers assistance in choosing your poster plan as per your business size. You can also use the FirstStep Poster Advisor offered by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Physical posting at the worksite remains the requirement when employees work onsite. Electronic posting can supplement physical postings for remote employees, but does not replace the physical display requirement at locations where employees regularly work. This approach helps ensure all employees have consistent access to required notices. WorkWise Compliance offers Digital Labor Law Posters for remote workers, helping them to stay compliant with the required labor laws.

Labor law posting rules are shaped by federal, state, and local laws, and the exact requirements depend on your business type and workforce. Not every poster applies to remote employees, so employers should review which notices must be shared electronically versus posted on-site.

Federal notices typically required for all employees include:

• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
• Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Act (USERRA)

State and local governments add their own posting rules, often covering:

• Minimum Wage
• Workers’ Compensation
• Unemployment Insurance
• Family and Medical Leave
• Anti-discrimination

Some cities and counties also require additional employee notices. To simplify compliance, Workwise Compliance offers a Remote Worker Management Resources Bundle that helps employers track required postings and ensure remote employees receive all mandated notices accurately and on time.

Employers can download individual Pennsylvania labor law notices directly from the State and federal agencies. However, tracking updates across multiple sources can be difficult. WorkWise Compliance helps employers manage required Pennsylvania and federal postings and stay informed when changes occur.

A one-time purchase reflects posting requirements only at the time it is issued. If Pennsylvania or federal agencies revise a notice later, the employer must identify and replace it independently. WorkWise Compliance subscription provides ongoing monitoring and replacement support when required notices change.

Beyond Pennsylvania labor law posters 2026, Pennsylvania employers may benefit from compliance alerts, update notifications, OSHA Safety Poster, and ongoing access to regulatory guidance. WorkWise Compliance helps by providing monitoring, documentation, and compliance support designed to reduce administrative burden and enforcement risk.