[Marilyn]

There are salaried exempt and salaried non-exempt. Salaried non-exempt are paid overtime. I don't know if that's a state thing, or federal, or what. As far as reducing the hours of salary people and thus reducing their pay, I'm no help here. I never heard of anyone doing this. Salary usually means there is a base that you are paid no matter what unless you take leave without pay.

As far as benefits, companies may have some leeway here, but it's my understanding that anyone who works over 29 hours is elegible for benefits. Some companies offer them to workers who work less, but I think 30 hours per week means you get benefits.

You need to talk with an HR associate to get the straight scoop on this for your area.

Are you a union worker? I know unions have contracts that allow things to be done differently.