Answer / Pankaj Kumar

Overtime pay and compensatory time (comp time) are separate concepts. Overtime refers to paying employees at a rate of at least one and a half times their regular rate for hours worked beyond 40 per week, while comp time is an alternative to overtime pay that allows employers to grant employees additional time off in lieu of wages for overtime work.

Why is the Department revising its overtime regulations for white collar workers now?

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Why is the Department changing the regulations to automatically update the salary level and HCE total annual compensation level?

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My job title is manager. Am I exempt from overtime pay?

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Why didn't the Department set the salary threshold at a lower amount?

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What are the white collar exemptions to the FLSA?

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When did the Department last revise its overtime regulations for white collar workers?

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When will effect the changes from?

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Won't this rule be difficult for employers because they will have to track workers' hours?

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How did the Department determine the new standard salary level?

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Where can I review comments submitted in response to the Department's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM)?

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What are the costs and benefits of the Final Rule?

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I'm paid a salary. Am I exempt from overtime pay?

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