CPS Wage & Hour Laws Flashcards
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Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), what is the standard overtime threshold for non-exempt employees in the US?
Answer: More than 40 hours per workweek
The FLSA requires overtime pay at 1.5x the regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a single workweek.
Which federal law governs the minimum wage and overtime requirements for most private-sector employees in the United States?
Answer: Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
The FLSA establishes federal minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards for covered employees.
Under the FLSA, what is the minimum overtime rate that must be paid to non-exempt employees?
Answer: 1.5 times the regular rate
The FLSA mandates a minimum overtime rate of one and one-half (1.5x) times the employee's regular rate of pay.
Which test does the Department of Labor use to determine if a worker is exempt from FLSA overtime provisions?
Answer: The Duties Test and Salary Basis Test
To qualify for most FLSA exemptions, employees must meet both a salary basis test (minimum weekly salary) and a duties test based on their primary job functions.
What is the current federal minimum wage under the FLSA as of 2026?
Answer: $7.25 per hour
The federal minimum wage has remained at $7.25 per hour since 2009, though many states and localities have set higher minimums.
Under the FLSA, what is the minimum age for most non-agricultural employment during school hours?
Answer: 16 years old
The FLSA generally prohibits employment of minors under 16 in non-agricultural jobs during school hours, with limited exceptions for 14- and 15-year-olds in certain roles.