fair labor standards act (flsa)

What are the Key Provisions of the FLSA?


Minimum Wage: The FLSA mandates a federal minimum wage, which as of now is $7.25 per hour. Some states and cities have their own, higher minimum wages.
Overtime Pay: Non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay at a rate of one and a half times their regular rate of pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
Recordkeeping: Employers must maintain accurate records of hours worked and wages paid to employees.
Youth Employment: The FLSA sets standards for the employment of minors, including restrictions on the hours and types of work they can perform.

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