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To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to eliminate the separate minimum wage for tipped employees, and for other purposes.

3/5/2025, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1314

Bill 119 HR 1314 aims to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 by eliminating the separate minimum wage for tipped employees. Currently, tipped employees, such as waiters and bartenders, are paid a lower minimum wage with the expectation that tips will make up the difference. This bill seeks to ensure that all workers are paid a fair and consistent minimum wage, regardless of whether they receive tips.

The bill also includes provisions for other purposes, which could potentially address issues related to wage disparities and income inequality. By eliminating the separate minimum wage for tipped employees, this legislation could help to ensure that all workers are fairly compensated for their work.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 1314 represents a potential step towards greater fairness and equality in the workplace. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this bill and consider its potential impact on workers and businesses alike.

Current Status of Bill HR 1314

Bill HR 1314 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1314 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 13, 2025.  Bill HR 1314's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 13, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1314

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
4
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
37
Democrat Cosponsors
37
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1314

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1314

To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to eliminate the separate minimum wage for tipped employees, and for other purposes.
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to eliminate the separate minimum wage for tipped employees, and for other purposes.

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