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Clarifying Direct Seller Status: Not Employees Under Labor Law

This bill clarifies that people who sell products directly to consumers, often outside traditional stores, are not considered employees under a key federal labor law. This means rules about minimum wage or overtime pay from this law would not apply to them.
Key points
Defines direct sellers as non-employees under federal labor standards law.
Affects rules like minimum wage and overtime for direct sellers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5038
Sponsor: Rep. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-7]
Process start date: 2021-08-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preserving Direct Seller Independence Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5038.

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 2021-08-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Defines direct sellers as non-employees under federal labor standards law.
  • Affects rules like minimum wage and overtime for direct sellers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

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. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Labor