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Flexibility for Workers Education Act
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Summary of Bill HR 2262
Bill 119 HR 2262, also known as the "Fair Labor Standards Act Exclusion Act," aims to make changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938. The main goal of this bill is to exclude certain activities from being counted as hours worked for the purpose of determining overtime pay and other labor regulations.
The bill seeks to clarify and specify which activities should not be considered as hours worked, such as time spent on commuting, on-call time, and certain training activities. By excluding these activities, employers would not be required to pay employees for this time, potentially saving them money and reducing the burden of compliance with labor laws.
Supporters of the bill argue that it will provide more flexibility for employers and employees, allowing for a better work-life balance and increased productivity. However, critics are concerned that excluding certain activities from hours worked could lead to exploitation of workers and a decrease in overall wages. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2262 is a controversial piece of legislation that could have significant implications for labor laws and regulations in the United States. It is important for lawmakers and the public to carefully consider the potential impacts of this bill before making a decision on its passage.
The bill seeks to clarify and specify which activities should not be considered as hours worked, such as time spent on commuting, on-call time, and certain training activities. By excluding these activities, employers would not be required to pay employees for this time, potentially saving them money and reducing the burden of compliance with labor laws.
Supporters of the bill argue that it will provide more flexibility for employers and employees, allowing for a better work-life balance and increased productivity. However, critics are concerned that excluding certain activities from hours worked could lead to exploitation of workers and a decrease in overall wages. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2262 is a controversial piece of legislation that could have significant implications for labor laws and regulations in the United States. It is important for lawmakers and the public to carefully consider the potential impacts of this bill before making a decision on its passage.
Congressional Summary of HR 2262
Flexibility for Workers Education Act
This bill modifies the definition of hours worked under the Fair Labor Standards Act to exclude certain voluntary training that occurs outside an employee's regular working hours. Such training does not count as hours worked even if it is offered by the employer, provided that an employee's working conditions are not adversely affected by choosing not to participate and the employee does not perform any work for the employer during the training.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2262
Bill HR 2262 is currently in the status of Failed in House since January 13, 2026. Bill HR 2262 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 21, 2025. Bill HR 2262's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of January 13, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2262
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2262
Primary Policy Focus
Labor and EmploymentPotential Impact Areas
- Employment and training programs
- Labor standards
- Wages and earnings
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2262
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude certain activities from hours worked, and for other purposes.
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude certain activities from hours worked, and for other purposes.
Comments

Winona Weaver
720
11 months ago
I think this bill is great for workers and education. It will help a lot of people get the skills they need to succeed in the workforce. I'm excited to see how this will play out in the future.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2262
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