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Holiday Pay Laws by State

All 50 states and DC on one page · Last reviewed September 2026

Holiday pay: illustration for the Kloqk holiday pay guide

No federal law requires private employers to pay extra for work on a holiday, or to give paid holidays at all. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, and once it is in your handbook it becomes a commitment you have to honour. A handful of states have narrow rules for specific industries. Check your state below.

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Holiday pay by state

Every state and DC, in one place. Open a state for its rules, the quick facts an employer needs, and a worked example where the maths is not obvious.

Alabama

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Alabama requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Alabama

Does Alabama require holiday pay?
No, Alabama does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Alabama?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Alabama unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Alaska

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Alaska requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Alaska

Does Alaska require holiday pay?
No, Alaska does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Alaska?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Alaska unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Arizona

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Arizona requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Arizona

Does Arizona require holiday pay?
No, Arizona does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Arizona?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Arizona unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Arkansas

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Arkansas requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Arkansas

Does Arkansas require holiday pay?
No, Arkansas does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Arkansas?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Arkansas unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

California

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor California requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in California

Does California require holiday pay?
No, California does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in California?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in California unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Colorado

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Colorado requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Colorado

Does Colorado require holiday pay?
No, Colorado does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Colorado?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Colorado unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Connecticut

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Connecticut requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Connecticut

Does Connecticut require holiday pay?
No, Connecticut does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Connecticut?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Connecticut unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Delaware

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Delaware requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Delaware

Does Delaware require holiday pay?
No, Delaware does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Delaware?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Delaware unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

District of Columbia

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor District of Columbia requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in District of Columbia

Does District of Columbia require holiday pay?
No, District of Columbia does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in District of Columbia?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in District of Columbia unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Florida

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Florida requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Florida

Does Florida require holiday pay?
No, Florida does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Florida?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Florida unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Georgia

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Georgia requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Georgia

Does Georgia require holiday pay?
No, Georgia does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Georgia?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Georgia unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Hawaii

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Hawaii requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Hawaii

Does Hawaii require holiday pay?
No, Hawaii does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Hawaii?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Hawaii unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Idaho

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Idaho requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Idaho

Does Idaho require holiday pay?
No, Idaho does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Idaho?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Idaho unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Illinois

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Illinois requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Illinois

Does Illinois require holiday pay?
No, Illinois does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Illinois?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Illinois unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Indiana

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Indiana requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Indiana

Does Indiana require holiday pay?
No, Indiana does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Indiana?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Indiana unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Iowa

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Iowa requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Iowa

Does Iowa require holiday pay?
No, Iowa does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Iowa?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Iowa unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Kansas

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Kansas requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Kansas

Does Kansas require holiday pay?
No, Kansas does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Kansas?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Kansas unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Kentucky

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Kentucky requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Kentucky

Does Kentucky require holiday pay?
No, Kentucky does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Kentucky?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Kentucky unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Louisiana

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Louisiana requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Louisiana

Does Louisiana require holiday pay?
No, Louisiana does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Louisiana?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Louisiana unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Maine

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Maine requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Maine

Does Maine require holiday pay?
No, Maine does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Maine?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Maine unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Maryland

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Maryland requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Maryland

Does Maryland require holiday pay?
No, Maryland does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Maryland?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Maryland unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Massachusetts

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Massachusetts requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Massachusetts

Does Massachusetts require holiday pay?
No, Massachusetts does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Massachusetts?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Massachusetts unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Michigan

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Michigan requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Michigan

Does Michigan require holiday pay?
No, Michigan does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Michigan?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Michigan unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Minnesota

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Minnesota requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Minnesota

Does Minnesota require holiday pay?
No, Minnesota does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Minnesota?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Minnesota unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Mississippi

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Mississippi requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Mississippi

Does Mississippi require holiday pay?
No, Mississippi does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Mississippi?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Mississippi unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Missouri

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Missouri requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Missouri

Does Missouri require holiday pay?
No, Missouri does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Missouri?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Missouri unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Montana

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Montana requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Montana

Does Montana require holiday pay?
No, Montana does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Montana?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Montana unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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Nebraska

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Nebraska requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Nebraska

Does Nebraska require holiday pay?
No, Nebraska does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Nebraska?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Nebraska unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Nevada

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Nevada requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Nevada

Does Nevada require holiday pay?
No, Nevada does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Nevada?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Nevada unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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New Hampshire

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor New Hampshire requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in New Hampshire

Does New Hampshire require holiday pay?
No, New Hampshire does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in New Hampshire?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in New Hampshire unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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New Jersey

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor New Jersey requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in New Jersey

Does New Jersey require holiday pay?
No, New Jersey does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in New Jersey?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in New Jersey unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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New Mexico

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor New Mexico requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in New Mexico

Does New Mexico require holiday pay?
No, New Mexico does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in New Mexico?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in New Mexico unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

New York

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor New York requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in New York

Does New York require holiday pay?
No, New York does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in New York?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in New York unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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North Carolina

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor North Carolina requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in North Carolina

Does North Carolina require holiday pay?
No, North Carolina does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in North Carolina?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in North Carolina unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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North Dakota

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor North Dakota requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in North Dakota

Does North Dakota require holiday pay?
No, North Dakota does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in North Dakota?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in North Dakota unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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Ohio

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Ohio requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Ohio

Does Ohio require holiday pay?
No, Ohio does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Ohio?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Ohio unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Oklahoma

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Oklahoma requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Oklahoma

Does Oklahoma require holiday pay?
No, Oklahoma does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Oklahoma?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Oklahoma unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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Oregon

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Oregon requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Oregon

Does Oregon require holiday pay?
No, Oregon does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Oregon?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Oregon unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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Pennsylvania

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Pennsylvania requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Pennsylvania

Does Pennsylvania require holiday pay?
No, Pennsylvania does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Pennsylvania?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Pennsylvania unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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Rhode Island

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Rhode Island requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Rhode Island

Does Rhode Island require holiday pay?
No, Rhode Island does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Rhode Island?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Rhode Island unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

South Carolina

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor South Carolina requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in South Carolina

Does South Carolina require holiday pay?
No, South Carolina does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in South Carolina?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in South Carolina unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

South Dakota

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor South Dakota requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in South Dakota

Does South Dakota require holiday pay?
No, South Dakota does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in South Dakota?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in South Dakota unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Tennessee

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Tennessee requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Tennessee

Does Tennessee require holiday pay?
No, Tennessee does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Tennessee?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Tennessee unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Texas

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Texas requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Texas

Does Texas require holiday pay?
No, Texas does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Texas?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Texas unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Utah

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Utah requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Utah

Does Utah require holiday pay?
No, Utah does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Utah?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Utah unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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Vermont

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Vermont requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Vermont

Does Vermont require holiday pay?
No, Vermont does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Vermont?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Vermont unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Virginia

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Virginia requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Virginia

Does Virginia require holiday pay?
No, Virginia does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Virginia?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Virginia unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Washington

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Washington requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Washington

Does Washington require holiday pay?
No, Washington does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Washington?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Washington unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

West Virginia

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor West Virginia requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in West Virginia

Does West Virginia require holiday pay?
No, West Virginia does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in West Virginia?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in West Virginia unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Wisconsin

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Wisconsin requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Wisconsin

Does Wisconsin require holiday pay?
No, Wisconsin does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Wisconsin?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Wisconsin unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

↑ Back to the state list

Wyoming

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Paid holidays

Not required

Premium pay

Not required

Set by

Employer policy

Are Employers Required to Pay for Holidays?

Neither federal law nor Wyoming requires private employers to offer paid holidays or to pay extra for working on a holiday. Holiday pay is a benefit you choose to offer, not a legal mandate.

The exception is when a contract, collective bargaining agreement, or your own written policy promises it, at that point it becomes enforceable.

How Most Employers Handle It

Common practice is a set list of paid holidays (often 6, 11 days a year), and in some industries, premium pay for employees who work them. Whatever you decide, put it in writing so expectations are clear and consistent.

Tracking Holidays

A time clock with a holiday calendar lets you mark paid holidays and keep them cleanly separated from worked hours when you run payroll.

Common questions in Wyoming

Does Wyoming require holiday pay?
No, Wyoming does not require private employers to provide paid holidays or premium pay for working a holiday. It's set by your policy unless a contract says otherwise.
Do you get time and a half on holidays in Wyoming?
Not by law. Holiday premium pay is a voluntary benefit in Wyoming unless an employer policy or contract promises it.

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This is general information, not legal advice. Wage-and-hour rules change, confirm the current rules for your state with the official sources below before acting.

How this page is made: compiled by the Kloqk team from federal and state labor department sources, with software assistance to lay out the state-by-state sections, and reviewed September 2026. Corrections: [email protected].

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