This bill amends Section 70A.1 of the Iowa Code to establish new provisions regarding overtime pay for state employees. Specifically, it introduces a new eligibility criterion for overtime payment for state employees whose annual salary is under $125,000 and who are not covered by the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. These employees will now be eligible for overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half times their regular hourly rate, as if they were covered by the federal act.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that salaries for state employees who are eligible for overtime under these provisions will be established on an hourly basis. The existing language regarding salary payments and limitations on pay periods has been modified to accommodate these changes, ensuring that all salaries, including longevity where applicable, are paid according to the provisions of chapter 91A. Overall, the bill aims to enhance compensation for certain state employees by providing them with overtime pay protections.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 70A.1