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Fair Wages for Incarcerated Workers: Expanding Labor Rights

This bill aims to extend minimum wage protections to incarcerated individuals, ensuring their work is compensated similarly to other employees. These changes could impact the personal finances of incarcerated workers, allowing them to earn income and fulfill obligations, while explicitly prohibiting deductions for court-imposed fees from their wages.
Key points
Incarcerated individuals working in correctional facilities, both public and private, will be covered by minimum wage laws.
Costs for board, lodging, and court-imposed fees cannot be deducted from the wages of incarcerated workers.
The bill defines "incarcerated worker" and specifies which court-imposed fees are excluded from deductions, enhancing clarity regarding their financial rights.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6293
Sponsor: Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5]
Process start date: 2023-11-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fair Wages for Incarcerated Workers Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6293.

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 2023-11-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Incarcerated individuals working in correctional facilities, both public and private, will be covered by minimum wage laws.
  • Costs for board, lodging, and court-imposed fees cannot be deducted from the wages of incarcerated workers.
  • The bill defines "incarcerated worker" and specifies which court-imposed fees are excluded from deductions, enhancing clarity regarding their financial rights.
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. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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