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Approving FMLA and FLSA Regulations for House Employees

This resolution approves regulations issued by the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights to implement the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) with respect to employees of the House of Representatives. The regulations allow for the substitution of unpaid leave with up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave and update salary thresholds for overtime exemptions.
Key points
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees may substitute up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for unpaid FMLA leave for the birth or placement of a child.
Military Caregiver Leave: Employees are entitled to 26 workweeks of leave during a single 12-month period to care for a covered servicemember with a serious injury or illness.
Job and Benefits Protection: The regulations mandate the maintenance of group health benefits during FMLA leave and the right to reinstatement to the same or equivalent position.
Overtime Exemption Thresholds: The regulations set the standard salary level at $684 per week for executive, administrative, and professional employees to be exempt from overtime requirements.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_1516
Sponsor: Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2022-12-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Approving certain regulations to implement provisions of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 relating to the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 with respect to employees of the House of Representatives covered under section 202 of the Act and relating to the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 with respect to employees of the House of Representatives covered under section 203 of the Act, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_1516.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees may substitute up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for unpaid FMLA leave for the birth or placement of a child.
  • Military Caregiver Leave: Employees are entitled to 26 workweeks of leave during a single 12-month period to care for a covered servicemember with a serious injury or illness.
  • Job and Benefits Protection: The regulations mandate the maintenance of group health benefits during FMLA leave and the right to reinstatement to the same or equivalent position.
  • Overtime Exemption Thresholds: The regulations set the standard salary level at $684 per week for executive, administrative, and professional employees to be exempt from overtime requirements.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1518, H. Res. 1516 is considered passed House. (consideration: CR text: H9752-9803; text: CR H9752-9803)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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