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The Department of Labor estimates that approximately 4.2 million additional white collar workers will become eligible for overtime pay as a result of the Final Rule.

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

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Does the Final Rule change how employers may use bonuses to satisfy the salary level for highly compensated employees (HCEs)?

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

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What if a State has its own overtime laws?

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What's the reason of 2004 standard salary level need to be increased?

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Does not having to punch a clock restrict the ability of an employee to work flexibly?

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How did the Department determine which Census Region is the lowest wage Census Region?

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What are the new salary and compensation levels under this Final Rule?

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Does the FLSA allow for a flexible schedule for overtime eligible employees? Can employers still allow employees to work from home or have flexible schedules?

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How many employees does the Department estimate will be impacted by the salary level increases?

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

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Can teachers who instruct outside of the classroom be considered to have a primary duty of teaching? What about those who may have a primary duty of teaching, but do not instruct people enrolled in degree-seeking programs?

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