Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) -

The FLSA is the Fair Labor Standards Act, a federal law passed in 1938 that sets the foundation for workers’ rights in the U.S.

Here’s a quick breakdown:

Minimum Wage: Requires covered employers to pay employees at least the federal minimum wage (currently $7.25/hr, though many states set higher rates).
Overtime Pay: Requires covered employees to receive time-and-a-half pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, unless exempt.
Child Labor Protections: Restricts the hours and types of work that minors can perform.
Recordkeeping Requirements: Employers must keep accurate records of hours worked, wages paid, and other employment details.

It does not require paid sick leave, vacation, or holidays.
It does not set limits on how many hours an employee can work, as long as overtime rules are followed.

The FLSA is enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD). Employers who violate it may face:

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