Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor announced major revisions to the classification of exempt employees.
The designations “exempt” and “nonexempt” refer to whether a position is subject to regulations for paying overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
The changes go into effect on Dec. 1 and will require significant adjustments for some employers. In Vermont, it is estimated that up to 10,000 employees might be affected by these rules.
Employers should begin the process now of understanding the impact these rules could have on their workforce and plan for any necessary changes.