Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2001

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Explore the details of House Bill 665 Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2001 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, 11:33 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 665

Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2001 - 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, 2002; and (3) $6.65 an hour beginning January 1, 2003.

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 665

Bill HR 665 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 14, 2001. Bill HR 665 was introduced during Congress 107 and was introduced to the House on February 14, 2001. Bill HR 665's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections. as of April 5, 2001

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 665

Total Number of Sponsors

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Republican Sponsors

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Total Number of Cosponsors

152

Democrat Cosponsors

151

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 665

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Potential Impact Areas

Federal-territorial relationsGovernment Operations and PoliticsMinimum wagesNorthern Mariana Islands

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 665

Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2001To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in the Federal minimum wage.Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2001

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