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Can You Explain The Arkansas New Hire Program?

Other Arkansas Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: Are Minors Prohibited From Any Specific Occupations?
  A: A child under the age of 14 is generally not permitted to work except on school vacations when they are employed by their parents or guardians in occupations owned or … More
• Q: Is A Work Permit Required For Employment Of A Minor?
  A: An employment certificate is required for minors under the age of 16. The certificate is issued by the Department of Labor. Click here for an APPLICATION FOR … More
• Q: Are There Regulations For The Hours A Minor May Be Employed?
  A: A minor under the age of 16 cannot begin work before 6 a.m., work later than 7 p.m., nor more than 8 hours a day, 6 days a week, or more than 48 hours a week, except … More
• Q: Who Must Report?
  A: All Arkansas employers, including private, non­profit or government agencies must report all employees who live or work in Arkansas. Federal and State agencies … More
• Q: Who Must Be Reported?
  A: All new employees who live or work in Arkansas and complete a W­4 must be reported. This includes full time, part time or student employees. More
• Q: When Does An Employer Report This Information?
  A: New hires must be reported within 20 days of the date he or she was hired. More
• Q: What Information Must Be Reported?
  A: The information that you must report is the employee 's name, address, social security number must be reported, as well as the employer 's name, address, and Federal … More
• Q: What Is The Process For Reporting New Hires?
  A: There are several methods that can be used to report new hires. (1) Online Reporting: First you must register and receive an ID and password. Click here to sign up. … More
• Q: Where Can I Obtain More Information On The New Hire Program?
  A: You can reach the Arkansas New Hire Reporting Center at 1­800­259­2095 or 1­501­376­2125 for any questions regarding the Hew Hire program. More
• Q: What is the minimum wage in Arkansas?
  A: The minimum wage in the State of Arkansas is $6.25, which is currently the same as the federal minimum wage. This applies to employers of 4 or more employees. More