Louisiana onboarding checklist for employers
An onboarding checklist makes sure every new hire gets the same paperwork, notices and training. Here is what changes when the employee works in Louisiana.
Louisiana rules that affect this form
| Minimum wage | $7.25 per hour (federal minimum applies) |
|---|---|
| Paid sick leave | No statewide mandate, and state law bars local governments from requiring sick or vacation days (La. R.S. 23:642). |
| Meal breaks | No state requirement for adult employees (minors only). |
| Rest breaks | No state requirement. |
| Other rules to know | Local preemption: Louisiana parishes and cities cannot set a minimum wage or require vacation or sick days for private employers (La. R.S. 23:642). If the amount of final pay is disputed, the employer must still pay the undisputed part on time. |
What to include
- Form I-9 completed by the end of the employee's third day of work
- Federal W-4 and the state withholding form, if the state has one
- Report the new hire to the state new-hire registry
- Required state and federal workplace posters and written notices
- Paid sick leave, break and overtime rules explained in plain terms
- Handbook acknowledgment signed and filed
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Frequently asked questions
Is there an official Louisiana onboarding checklist form?
Louisiana does not publish one required onboarding checklist for private employers. Use a clear template and make sure it reflects the Louisiana rules on this page.
What is the minimum wage in Louisiana in 2026?
$7.25 per hour (federal minimum applies), effective July 24, 2009. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal $7.25 applies to FLSA-covered employers. State law bars local governments from setting a minimum wage.
Is paid sick leave required in Louisiana?
No statewide mandate, and state law bars local governments from requiring sick or vacation days (La. R.S. 23:642).
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This page is general information for employers, not legal advice. Employment laws change and can vary by city and county. Confirm details with the state labor department or an employment attorney. Read our disclaimer.