Fair Labor Standards Act: Everything You Need to Know - UpCounsel If the employer makes deductions from an employees predetermined salary, i.e., because of the operating requirements of the business, that employee is not paid on a salary basis. If the employee is ready, willing and able to work, deductions may not be made for time when work is not available. By Sara J. Ackermann February 28, 2023. Basic Minimum Rate (per hour): $7.25 . The predetermined amount cannot be reduced because of variations in the quality or quantity of the employees work. 109.07 Mergers, liquidations, dispositions, relocations or cessation of operations affecting employees; advance notice required. Generally, no. 1 through 3; and. To qualify for exemption, employees generally must be paid at not less than $684* per week on a salary basis. WI Statutes: s. 766.55 "Obligations of Spouses" WI Statutes: ch. Wisconsin employers may not pay you under $7.25 per hour unless you or your occupation are specifically exempt from the minimum wage under state or federal law. [CDATA[/* >