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Key 2025 California & Federal Employment Law Changes Every Employer Should Know, so far

1. California Minimum Wage & Exempt Salary Increases Effective January 1 2025, California’s statewide minimum wage increased from $16.00 to $16.50 per hour for all employers, regardless of size. As a result, the minimum annual salary threshold for exempt (salaried) employees has increased to $68,640 (or $5,720 per month). HR To-Do: Review all salaried employees to ensure they meet the new threshold. Update payroll systems and pay notices. Display the new state wage order post

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Oct 213 min read