The Fair Labor Standards Act is a federal statute that says that employees do not have to wear work uniforms but allows employers to mandate them. The Act also states that if employers do require uniforms, they should pay for them (or reimburse the employee) and deduct them as business expenses. However, the act does not mandate payment. The law simply recommends that employers pay for the uniforms or reimburse the employee for the same. Although the Fair Labor Standards Act does not require employers to pay for their employees' work clothing, the Act states that they must pay for personal clothing and equipment required to comply with the federal work safety regulations.