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Tipped Worker Protection: Ending Subminimum Wage, New Tip Rules.

This act aims to gradually eliminate the subminimum wage for tipped employees, ensuring their base pay increases until it matches the standard minimum wage. It also establishes clear rules for tip collection and distribution, preventing employers from retaining or using tips for their own purposes, and regulates service charges, which must be transparently communicated to customers and employees.
Key points
Gradual increase of the minimum wage for tipped employees until it reaches the standard minimum wage.
Employers are prohibited from keeping or using employee tips; all tips must go to employees.
Introduction of rules for establishing and managing voluntary and transparent tip pooling systems.
Mandatory disclosure to customers and employees about the purpose of service charges and prompt payment of employees' share.
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Print number: 117_HR_8427
Sponsor: Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
Process start date: 2022-07-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tipped Worker Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8427.

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 2022-07-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Gradual increase of the minimum wage for tipped employees until it reaches the standard minimum wage.
  • Employers are prohibited from keeping or using employee tips; all tips must go to employees.
  • Introduction of rules for establishing and managing voluntary and transparent tip pooling systems.
  • Mandatory disclosure to customers and employees about the purpose of service charges and prompt payment of employees' share.
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. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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