It appears that a public entity may compensate its employees for hours working “On-Call” so long as it is done under a formal policy.
The public entity should consult with its legal counsel in drafting the policy to ensure compliance with any applicable Federal, State, and/or local laws.
Noted Civil Service Rule 6.28 and the Division of Administration’s On-Call Policy on their website as examples
Louisiana Legislative Auditor website: 04/11/2026 07:14:28 AM
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