Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act

Hozzl · 2026-09-09T13:10:15Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3495 Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

9/9/2026, 1:10 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3495

The bill, titled "To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to clarify the definition of employee as it relates to direct sellers and real estate agents, and for other purposes," was introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 3495 on May 19, 2025.

Congressional Summary of HR 3495

Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act

This bill excludes a real estate agent or a direct seller of consumer products from the definition of an employee for the purpose of applying the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA). Workers who are considered employees under the FLSA must be paid the minimum wage and are generally eligible to receive overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of a 40-hour workweek.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3495

Bill HR 3495 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 19, 2025. Bill HR 3495 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 19, 2025. Bill HR 3495's most recent activity was Supplemental report filed by the Committee on Education and Workforce, H. Rept. 119-494, Part II. as of September 8, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3495

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Total Number of Cosponsors

145

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3495

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3495

To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to clarify the definition of employee as it relates to direct sellers and real estate agents, and for other purposes.