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Final paycheck.

Massachusetts · Final paycheck

Rule name changed from not previously published to Massachusetts final paycheck. Summary changed from not previously published to The Massachusetts Wage Act (MGL c.149, section 148) requires an employee who is discharged to be paid in full on the day of discharge; an employee who quits must be paid by the next regular payday. Wages include accrued vacation pay, and late payment exposes the employer to mandatory treble damages under section 150.. Requirement changed from not previously published to Discharged: paid in full on the day of discharge. Quit: by the next regular payday. Numeric amount changed from not previously published to not published. Minimum employer size changed from not previously published to 0 employees. Effective date changed from not previously published to Jan 1, 2000. Publication status changed from not previously published to active. Local guidance changed from not previously published to Massachusetts' minimum wage has stayed at $15.00 since January 1, 2023, with no further increase scheduled. The Wage Act is strict on pay timing: a discharged employee must be paid in full on the day of discharge, and late wages bring mandatory treble damages. Pay range disclosure in job postings began October 29, 2025 for employers with 25 or more employees, and PFML contributions stayed at 0.88% of eligible wages for 2026 while the maximum weekly benefit rose to $1,230.39.. Industry coverage changed from not previously published to not published.