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In general, for Texas it is illegal to offer comp time to workers rather than paying them overtime. Overtime is governed by federal, not state laws, and can be reviewed at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overtime.

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Q: What are the laws for Texas on overtime and comp time?
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Do salaried employees get comp time or overtime in Mississippi?

Salaried employees can qualify for overtime based on their job duties - method of payment is irrelevant to that decision, only duties matter. Private employees can never get comp time in lieu of overtime. Government employees can't get comp time unless the employer offers it in a written policy. Governments cannot be compelled to offer comp time.


Will overtime from one week be transferred as regular time the following week?

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Why rural municipalities don't have to pay overtime OT?

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When can time off in lieu if pay be given for overtime?

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