the FORUM for EARLY CHILDHOOD ORGANIZATION and LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

the FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT
HOW IT APPLIES to EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION and CARE

Current and emerging leaders in early childhood education and care are making their voices heard in the state legislature through increased communication and advocacy efforts. Understanding the legislative process is crucial to the ability to share meaningful dialogue about issues. As term limits loom for lawmakers, the onus is on advocates to serve as resources for legislative staff and incoming senators and representatives.

This publication is part of a series of informational materials on issues pertaining to early childcare and education. It is presented by The Forum for Early Childhood Organization and Leadership Development, a program of the Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership, part of the Henry W. Bloch School of Business and Public Administration, University of Missouri-Kansas City. The information herein reflects the Forum’s transmittal of information from the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division.

The information on this web site is designed to help you understand the requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act as they apply to child care establishments. It is intended as a general description only and does not carry the force of legal opinion. Additional materials and information are available from the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, located on the web at http://www.dol.gov/elaws/flsa.htm.