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Explore the details of House Bill 122 Original LAW Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/31/2025, 11:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 122

Bill 119 HR 122 aims to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act to change how the minimum wage is calculated. Instead of using a set dollar amount, the bill proposes that the minimum wage should be based on the Federal supplemental poverty threshold for a family of four renters with two children under the age of 18, as determined by the Bureau of the Census. This means that the minimum wage would be adjusted based on the cost of living for this specific type of family.

The bill also includes provisions for other purposes, which could potentially address additional issues related to labor standards. This change in how the minimum wage is calculated could have significant implications for workers and businesses across the country, as it would tie the minimum wage to the specific needs of a family in poverty.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 122 seeks to address income inequality and ensure that the minimum wage reflects the true cost of living for families in need. It will be interesting to see how this proposed change is received and whether it will ultimately be passed into law.

Congressional Summary of HR 122

Original Living American Wage Act or the Original LAW Act

This bill increases the federal minimum wage according to a formula specified in the bill.

First, the bill increases the minimum hourly wage to $10.59 beginning on January 1, 2026, and increases the minimum hourly wage by $4 annually from January 1, 2027, through January 1, 2030.

Next, beginning on January 1, 2031, the Department of Labor shall increase the minimum hourly wage every seven years according to a specified formula.

The formula establishes the minimum hourly wage as the wage sufficient for a person working 1,799 hours per year (approximately 35 hours per week) to earn an annual income that is 40% higher than the federal supplemental poverty threshold for a renter family of four, with two children under the age of 18, as published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the preceding year. However, if this formula results in a reduction, the minimum hourly wage may not be lowered.

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Current Status of Bill HR 122

Bill HR 122 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 122 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 122's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of January 3, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 122

To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act to provide for the calculation of the minimum wage based on the Federal supplemental poverty threshold for a renter family of 4, with 2 children under the age of 18, as determined by the Bureau of the Census, and for other purposes.