Alabama
Alabama generally follows federal minimums. No state income tax. E-Verify is mandatory for all employers, and the state has one of the strictest enforcement regimes in the country.
Reporting Time Pay
No state law. The federal FLSA applies.
Overtime
Follows federal FLSA. Overtime is required for hours over 40 in a workweek at 1.5x the regular rate. No daily overtime threshold.
Minimum Wage
$7.25/hr. No scheduled state increase. Local minimum wage ordinances are preempted by state law.
I-9
Standard federal requirements apply. No state-specific additions.
E-Verify
Mandatory for all employers under the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act. Non-compliance may result in loss of business licenses.
Informational only; not legal advice. State rules and local ordinances change frequently. Confirm with a qualified employment attorney or the relevant state agency before acting.
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