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Tipped Employee Protection Act

11/21/2025, 12:04 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2312

Bill 119 HR 2312 aims to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 by revising the definition of the term "tipped employee." The bill seeks to address issues related to tipped workers, who often rely on gratuities as a significant portion of their income.

The proposed changes in the bill would impact how tipped employees are compensated, potentially affecting their wages and working conditions. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to labor standards and employee rights.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 2312 is focused on updating and modernizing the regulations surrounding tipped employees to ensure fair treatment and compensation for workers in this sector. The bill is currently under consideration in the US Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.

Current Status of Bill HR 2312

Bill HR 2312 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2025. Bill HR 2312 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2025.  Bill HR 2312's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 15. as of November 20, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2312

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
7
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
7
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2312

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2312

To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to revise the definition of the term "tipped employee", and for other purposes.
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to revise the definition of the term "tipped employee", and for other purposes.

Comments

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Tru Parsons

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7 months ago

I think this new bill is great for us tipped workers! It will help protect us and make sure we get fair wages. I'm excited to see how this will all work out in the end. Can't wait for it to pass!