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Code of Federal Regulations Pertaining to U.S. Department of Labor |
| Employees' Benefits |
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| Employment and Training Administration, Department of Labor |
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| Administrative Provisions Under Title I of the Workforce Investment Act |
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| Administrative Rules, Costs and Limitations |
(a) Individuals in on-the-job training or individuals employed in
activities under title I of WIA must be compensated at the same rates,
including periodic increases, as trainees or employees who are
similarly situated in similar occupations by the same employer and who
have similar training, experience and skills. Such rates must be in
accordance with applicable law, but may not be less than the higher of
the rate specified in section 6(a)(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act
of 1938 (29 U.S.C. 206(a)(1)) or the applicable State or local minimum
wage law.
(b) Individuals in on-the-job training or individuals employed in
programs and activities under Title I of WIA must be provided benefits
and working conditions at the same level and to the same extent as
other trainees or employees working a similar length of time and doing
the same type of work.
(c) Allowances, earnings, and payments to individuals participating
in programs under Title I of WIA are not considered as income for
purposes of determining eligibility for and the amount of income
transfer and in-kind aid furnished under any Federal or Federally
assisted program based on need other than as provided under the Social
Security Act (42 USC 301 et seq.). (WIA sec. 181(a)(2).)