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Idaho Overtime Laws<\/h1>\n
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Whether you’re working in Idaho’s booming manufacturing sector or at a local retail store, you expect to be paid for your hours on the job. When those hours exceed 40 in a workweek, you’re likely entitled to overtime pay. But getting that extra money in your paycheck is not always so simple. Overtime laws are full of exceptions and exemptions, so sometimes it’s hard to know when you are owed overtime pay. If you work in Idaho, take a moment to become familiar with Idaho overtime laws.<\/p>\r\n

Idaho Overtime Law Summary<\/h2>\r\n

This chart highlights key provisions of Idaho overtime laws.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
 <\/th>\r\nState and Federal Statutes<\/td>\r\n
 <\/th>\r\nIdaho Overtime Rules<\/td>\r\n
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  • Overtime pay rate is 1.5 time the employees regular rate<\/li>\r\n
  • Overtime is calculated based on the number of hours worked on a weekly basis (not daily)<\/li>\r\n
  • No overtime pay required for working nights, weekends or holidays.<\/li>\r\n
  • Two-year limit for claims for unpaid overtime<\/li>\r\n
  • Employers can require mandatory overtime work<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
 <\/th>\r\nFiling a Wage Complaint<\/td>\r\n