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Program to Facilitate Payment of Back Wages to Workers

This act establishes a permanent program to help employers voluntarily correct errors in minimum wage and overtime payments. This allows employees to receive their owed money faster, and employers to avoid lengthy legal disputes. The program aims to streamline the process of settling back payments, benefiting both parties.
Key points
Employers can voluntarily report and correct payment errors before being subject to an investigation.
Employees who have not received full wages can recover their owed money more quickly.
Participation in the program protects employers from the use of submitted information in future investigations, provided they act in good faith.
Employees who accept a settlement waive their right to sue for the same issue but can decline the offer and pursue their rights in court.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5743
Sponsor: Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
Process start date: 2021-10-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Workers Get PAID Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5743.

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 2021-10-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employers can voluntarily report and correct payment errors before being subject to an investigation.
  • Employees who have not received full wages can recover their owed money more quickly.
  • Participation in the program protects employers from the use of submitted information in future investigations, provided they act in good faith.
  • Employees who accept a settlement waive their right to sue for the same issue but can decline the offer and pursue their rights in court.
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. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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