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Guaranteeing Overtime for Truckers Act

3/23/2025, 11:10 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1962

Bill 119 HR 1962, also known as the Fair Labor Standards Act Amendment, aims to make changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938. The main goal of this bill is to eliminate the exemption for certain employees from receiving overtime wages.

Currently, some employees are exempt from receiving overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This bill seeks to remove this exemption and ensure that all employees are fairly compensated for any overtime work they perform.

In addition to removing the overtime wages exemption, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to labor standards. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary, but may include further protections for workers or updates to existing labor laws. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1962 is focused on ensuring that all employees are fairly compensated for their work, particularly when it comes to overtime hours. This bill is likely to have a significant impact on labor practices and could lead to improved working conditions for many employees across the country.

Current Status of Bill HR 1962

Bill HR 1962 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 6, 2025. Bill HR 1962 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 6, 2025.  Bill HR 1962's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of March 6, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1962

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1962

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1962

To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to remove the overtime wages exemption for certain employees, and for other purposes.
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to remove the overtime wages exemption for certain employees, and for other purposes.

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