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Employee Bonus Protection: No Impact on Overtime Pay

This act aims to clarify that certain additional payments, like performance bonuses, will not be included when calculating the regular rate for overtime pay. This means employees can receive bonuses for good work without it affecting their overtime rate.
Key points
Performance bonuses (productivity, quality, sales) will not be included in the hourly rate for overtime calculation.
Bonus plans must be in writing, available to employees, and based on a clear formula.
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Print number: 117_HR_517
Sponsor: Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-42]
Process start date: 2021-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Employee Bonus Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_517.

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 2021-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Performance bonuses (productivity, quality, sales) will not be included in the hourly rate for overtime calculation.
  • Bonus plans must be in writing, available to employees, and based on a clear formula.
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. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-42].

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