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- Minimum Wage Requirements: As of 2024, the minimum wage in Maine is $14.15 per hour, with annual adjustments based on the cost of living index. Tipped employees must receive a direct wage of at least $7.08 per hour, with employers required to make up the difference if tips do not meet the minimum wage.
- Overtime Regulations: Employees are entitled to 1.5 times their regular pay rate for hours worked over 40 in a week. Certain exemptions apply based on job duties and salary thresholds.
- Youth Employment Restrictions: Minors aged 14 and 15 can work limited hours, up to 3 hours on school days and 18 hours in a school week, with employment certificates required for those under 16.
Maine employers must adhere to both state and federal payroll regulations, including withholding income taxes, Social Security, and Medicare taxes. Starting January 1, 2025, employers are required to withhold 1% of wages to fund Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave program, with contributions shared between employers and employees. Employers with fewer than 15 employees are exempt from the employer portion but must still collect the employee share. Accurate recordkeeping and adherence to payroll schedules are essential for compliance.
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- Earned Paid Leave: Employers with more than 10 employees must provide up to 40 hours of paid leave annually, accrued at a rate of one hour for every 40 hours worked, usable for any purpose.
- Paid Family and Medical Leave: Beginning May 1, 2026, employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid leave for family or medical reasons. Contributions begin January 1, 2025, with a 1% payroll tax shared between employers and employees.
- Health Insurance Continuation: Employers must maintain health insurance coverage for employees on family medical leave, ensuring benefits are sustained during approved leave periods.
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