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Changes to Tipped Employee Definition and Wage Calculation

This act revises how a "tipped employee" is defined, making it easier for employers to determine who qualifies for a tipped wage. The new rules allow for more flexibility in how tips are calculated against the minimum wage, potentially affecting how employees are paid. Employers will also have more options for setting tip calculation periods.
Key points
The definition of a tipped employee will be updated to be more flexible, regardless of specific job duties.
An employee will be considered tipped if their tips and cash wages, combined with the required minimum cash wage, meet or exceed the standard minimum wage.
Employers can choose various periods (daily, weekly, monthly) for calculating tips, which may impact pay frequency.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5241
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2022-12-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tipped Employee Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5241.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The definition of a tipped employee will be updated to be more flexible, regardless of specific job duties.
  • An employee will be considered tipped if their tips and cash wages, combined with the required minimum cash wage, meet or exceed the standard minimum wage.
  • Employers can choose various periods (daily, weekly, monthly) for calculating tips, which may impact pay frequency.
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 Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Labor