An employee payroll practices and compensation policy under Missouri law and the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This Standard Document addresses payroll practices, payroll deductions, overtime, compensation, meal and rest breaks, timekeeping, and employee complaint procedures. It can be incorporated into an employee handbook or used as a stand-alone policy document. This Standard Document is intended for private sector employers and is based on Missouri and federal law. Local laws may impose additional or different requirements but this document will be useful and relevant to employers throughout the state. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.