On Tuesday of this week, the U.S. Department of Labor announced the final version of its overtime exemption rule, raising the annual salary threshold workers need to meet to qualify for the “white collar” exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act to $35,568, or $684 per week. The final rule updates the FLSA’s overtime exemptions for executive, administrative and professional workers and replaces a rule finalized by the department in 2016 that is currently enjoined.
Home > Federal Law Articles > FLSA > Overtime Exemptions > Important News for Employers: Salary Increase for Overtime Exemption