If you’re banking on tax-free overtime to boost your paycheck, you’re out of luck. Trump’s “big beautiful bill” doesn’t change what you’re paid; it changes what you’re taxed. That happens at tax time, not on payday. Employers will keep withholding taxes as usual, and it’s up to you to apply the deduction — if you qualify — when you file.

Colleges should start communicating with students about the changes while bracing for state budget cuts, higher ed experts say.