Legislative/Regulatory Issues

PFMA'S Government Relations staff strives to keep members updated on the latest legislative and regulatory issues. the staff with your questions.

Overtime Regulations

PA Dept. of Labor & Industry: Overtime rules in Pennsylvania
New overtime rules in the federal Fair Labor Standards Act take effect nationwide on Monday, Aug. 23, 2004. Pennsylvania employers will need to follow both the new federal overtime rules and the overtime requirements of Pennsylvania's Minimum Wage Act. (more)

State Overtime Regulation Still in Effect
Pennsylvania employers have until August 23, 2004 before the new federal overtime standard goes into effect. Since Pennsylvania has not adopted the new regulation, employers must follow the more stringent standard (federal or state) on a case by case basis. (more)

Other Issues

The Directory Act and Tobacco Sales
The Directory Act requires all tobacco manufacturers who wish to sell cigarettes within Pennsylvania, to register with the Office of Attorney General in order for their brands to be listed in the directory of legal cigarettes. Retailers can comply with the state's Directory Act by contacting the Attorney General's web site for tobacco manufacturer participation listings. (more)

Economic Stimulus Bill to Attract Supermarkets to Underserved Urban Areas
The Food Marketing Task Force and Food Trust, comprised of a group of leaders from the supermarket industry, government, and the civic sector, advocate for better access to nutritious, affordable food for families, nutrition education in schools and programs that deliver wholesome food for every child. (more)

Milk Dealers Discuss Potential Regulatory Changes
Download a letter from the Pennsylvania Milk Marketing Board discussing potential changes.