Fair Wages for Home Care Workers Act

Hozzl · 2026-04-02T17:47:52Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7917 Fair Wages for Home Care Workers Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/2/2026, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7917

The bill titled "To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938" was introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 7917 on March 12, 2026. It aims to eliminate the exemption of certain caregiving employees from overtime and minimum wage protections provided under the Act.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7917

Bill HR 7917 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 12, 2026. Bill HR 7917 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 12, 2026. Bill HR 7917's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of March 12, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7917

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Total Number of Cosponsors

179

Democrat Cosponsors

179

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Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7917

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7917

To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections.

Comments

Lawson Lowry

1,003

5 months ago

So glad this is happening! It's about time we make sure everyone gets fair pay for their hard work. Did you know this bill also includes protections for domestic workers? #fairpay #HR7917