Vermont H0551 mandates overtime pay for firefighters working more than 42 hours a week.

Vermont H0551 amends state law to require overtime pay for firefighters working more than 42 hours a week. The bill specifies that an average workweek is calculated over the prior eight-week period, based on a seven-day workweek. Overtime pay is set at one and one-half times the regular wage rate for hours worked beyond 42. This act takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Vermont H0551 mandates overtime pay for firefighters working more than 42 hours a week.

Vermont H0551 amends state law to require overtime pay for firefighters working more than 42 hours a week. The bill specifies that an average workweek is calculated over the prior eight-week period, based on a seven-day workweek. Overtime pay is set at one and one-half times the regular wage rate for hours worked beyond 42. This act takes effect on July 1, 2026.