Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017

The Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017, also known as Bill 115 hr 1180, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide more flexibility for working families by allowing employees to choose between receiving overtime pay or compensatory time off for working more than 40 hours in a week.

Under the current law, private sector employees are required to receive overtime pay for any hours worked over 40 in a week. However, this bill would give employees the option to choose compensatory time off instead of overtime pay. The compensatory time off would be calculated at a rate of 1.5 hours for every hour of overtime worked.

The bill includes provisions to protect employees, such as requiring employers to provide compensatory time off within a reasonable amount of time after the request is made. Additionally, employees would have the right to cash out any unused compensatory time off at the end of the year. Supporters of the bill argue that it would give employees more control over their work-life balance and allow them to better manage their time. However, opponents are concerned that the bill could lead to employers pressuring employees to choose compensatory time off instead of overtime pay, potentially leading to less pay for workers. Overall, the Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017 aims to provide more flexibility for working families by giving employees the option to choose compensatory time off in lieu of overtime pay. The bill has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders, with differing opinions on its potential impact on workers and employers.