What is the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a federal law that was enacted in 1938. It sets certain minimum wage, overtime pay, and record-keeping requirements that employers in Kansas must follow. The FLSA requires employers in Kansas to pay employees at least the state minimum wage, which is currently $7.25 per hour. The FLSA also requires employers to pay overtime of at least one and one-half times the employee’s regular rate of pay for each hour worked over 40 in a workweek. The FLSA also sets restrictions on the types of jobs that minors can work. For example, employers in Kansas cannot employ minors under age 16 in certain jobs, such as manufacturing or mining, or in any job that may involve hazardous activities. Finally, the FLSA requires employers to keep certain records, such as employee’s names, addresses, and hours worked. These records are important for making sure that employees are being paid properly and that employers are complying with the law.
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