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Overtime.

Massachusetts · Overtime

Rule name changed from not previously published to Massachusetts overtime. Summary changed from not previously published to Massachusetts law (MGL c.151, section 1A) requires overtime pay of at least 1.5 times the employee's regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a week, with some occupations exempted by the statute.. Requirement changed from not previously published to 1.5x the regular rate after 40 hours in a week. 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.