The federal minimum wage sets the lowest legal hourly pay employers can offer workers under U.S. law, currently at $7.25 per hour. It applies to covered, non-exempt employees, primarily benefiting entry-level and low-wage earners. This standard aims to provide a basic income floor, though many states enforce higher rates.
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