Certain full-time students, student learners, apprentices, and workers with disabilities may be paid less than the minimum wage under special certificates issued by the Department of Labor. Certain other conditions must also be met. Also, work may not begin before 7 a. m. or end after 7 p. m., except from June 1through Labor Day, when evening hours are extended to 9 p. m.
Different rules apply in agricultural employment.
Enforcement The Department of Labor may recover back wages, either administratively or through court action, for the employees that have been underpaid in violation of the law. Violations may result in civil or criminal action. This law prohibits discriminating against or discharging workers who file a complaint or participate in any proceedings under the Act. Special provisions apply to workers in American Samoa. Where state law requires a higher minimum wage, the higher standard applies.