Intro to Georgia Labor Laws

Get an overview of the Georgia labor laws small businesses should know when hiring, and updates on employment laws that could impact your business.

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Last updated on August 19th, 2024

Minimum Wage

Georgia’s minimum wage is $5.15 per hour. However, because it’s lower than the federal minimum wage, the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour prevails.

References: Georgia State Minimum Wage

Minimum Exempt Salary Requirements

Georgia follows the federal minimum exempt salary requirement of $684 per week or $35,568 per year for most exemptions from minimum wage and overtime.

References: Federal Minimum Exemption Threshold

Meal & Rest Laws

Georgia follows the federal precedent and doesn’t have regulations requiring employers to provide meal and rest break periods.

Lactation Accommodation Laws

Georgia law requires that employees receive paid breaks to pump breast milk during the work day. Employers can’t require salaried employees to use their paid leave for lactation breaks.

References: Lactation Rights of Employees

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