Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2002

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Explore the details of House Bill 4799 Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2002 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/16/2023, 1:32 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 4799

Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2002 - Amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to increase the Federal minimum wage to: (1) $5.75 an hour beginning 30 days after enactment of this Act; (2) $6.25 an hour during the year beginning on January 1, 2003; and (3) $6.65 an hour beginning January 1, 2004.

Makes Federal minimum wage requirements applicable to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Sets forth a transition period during which a specified minimum wage there shall be gradually increased to equal the Federal minimum wage.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4799

Bill HR 4799 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 22, 2002. Bill HR 4799 was introduced during Congress 107 and was introduced to the House on May 22, 2002. Bill HR 4799's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections. as of October 3, 2002

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4799

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4799

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Labor and Employment

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Federal-territorial relationsGovernment Operations and PoliticsMinimum wagesNorthern Mariana IslandsTerritories (U.S.)

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4799

Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2002To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in the Federal minimum wage.Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2002

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