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What The President's Overtime Expansion Could Mean For Hoosiers

The president's proposed changes to overtime regulations could affect 5 million Americans.

President Obama last week proposed an expansion to overtime that would more than double the pay threshold for millions of professional, salaried workers who the Obama administration says have been left without fair compensation in the face of inflation.

Advocates for the president's proposal say it would mean raises for 100,000 Hoosiers, but businesses and unions argue it could threaten jobs.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll speak with employment and labor experts about the reasoning behind the president's proposal, what it means for Americans and how it could change industry.

Our guests this week:

  • Lisa Blomgren Amsler is a professor in the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs.
  • Chris Schrader is a human resources professional.


Want to get caught up before listening to Friday's conversation?



Check out these three stories from NPR.

1. Obama Proposes Expanding Overtime Pay To Nearly 5 Million Workers

2. Debate Begins: New OT Rules Will Raise Wages - Or Kill Jobs

"Supporters say the new rule would encourage employers to hire more workers, rather than over-work one person, such as Suffern. Moreover, a boost in overtime pay could stimulate consumer spending, the argument goes.

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But business groups saw it differently. Randy Johnson, a senior vice president with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, said a rule change "will not guarantee more income, but instead will negatively impact small businesses."



3. Amid New Overtime Rules, More Employers Might Set Email Curfew

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