American with Disabilities Act
What year was the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) signed into law?
1990
What is the definition of minimum wage?
The lowest hourly pay rate that employers are legally allowed to pay workers.
What is the definition of overtime pay?
Extra pay that employees earn when they work more than a set number of hours, usually over 40 in a week.
What is the main purpose of child labor laws?
To protect the education, health, and safety of minors at work.
What does “FMLA” stand for?
Family and Medical Leave Act.
The ADA makes it illegal to discriminate against people with disabilities in which of the following areas: employment, public services, or transportation?
All of the above
Who sets the federal minimum wage in the United States?
The U.S. Congress
How much is overtime pay usually compared to regular pay?
One and one-half times (1.5x) the regular rate of pay.
What law sets the standards for child labor in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
What is the main purpose of the Family and Medical Leave Act?
This law allows eligible employees to take time off for family or medical reasons while keeping their job and benefits.
What U.S. President signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law?
President George H. W. Bush
What is the current federal minimum wage in the United States?
$7.25 per hour (as of 2025 — some states and cities have higher rates)
What law requires employers to pay overtime to eligible employees?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
At what age can most teens start working in non-hazardous jobs in the U.S.?
At age 14
How many weeks of leave can eligible employees take under FMLA in a 12-month period?
Up to 12 weeks.
Businesses must provide what type of access or changes to ensure people with disabilities can use their facilities and services?
Reasonable accommodations or accessibility modifications
Can states or cities set their own minimum wage that is higher than the federal minimum?
Yes, they can set a higher minimum wage than the federal level.
If an employee earns $12 an hour, how much would they make per hour for overtime work?
$18 per hour.
During the school year, how many hours can 14- and 15-year-olds work on a school day?
No more than 3 hours on a school day and 18 hours in a school week.
Name one reason an employee might qualify for FMLA leave.
Examples include: the birth or adoption of a child, caring for a sick family member, or recovering from a serious health condition.
Under the ADA, what is the main purpose of requiring employers to provide “reasonable accommodations”?
To ensure employees with disabilities have equal opportunity to perform their job and participate in the workplace
What is the main purpose of minimum wage laws?
To protect workers from unfairly low pay and ensure a basic standard of living.
What are two main reasons the law requires employers to pay overtime?
To provide fair compensation for additional hours worked and to protect employees from being overworked.
What are two main reasons child labor laws restrict the types of jobs and hours minors can work?
To make sure work does not interfere with school and to prevent young workers from being placed in dangerous situations.
Why is FMLA important for workers?
It helps employees balance work and family responsibilities without fear of losing their job or health benefits.