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Stricter Penalties for Wage Theft and Guaranteed Contractual Pay Rates.

This bill significantly increases criminal penalties for employers who willfully fail to pay employees their earned wages or overtime, introducing potential prison sentences of up to 5 years for larger amounts of stolen wages. It also legally guarantees that employees must receive the full compensation rate specified in their employment contract, even if it exceeds the federal minimum wage. This aims to better protect workers' personal finances from unfair practices.
Key points
Increased prison sentences up to 5 years for employers who willfully fail to pay over $1,000 in owed wages or overtime.
Establishes a new right ensuring employees receive the full compensation rate specified in their employment contract, if higher than the minimum wage.
Fines collected from employers for wage theft will be used to fund the Department of Labor's enforcement of wage laws.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9337
Sponsor: Rep. Magaziner, Seth [D-RI-2]
Process start date: 2024-08-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Don’t STEAL Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9337.

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 2024-08-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased prison sentences up to 5 years for employers who willfully fail to pay over $1,000 in owed wages or overtime.
  • Establishes a new right ensuring employees receive the full compensation rate specified in their employment contract, if higher than the minimum wage.
  • Fines collected from employers for wage theft will be used to fund the Department of Labor's enforcement of wage laws.
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. Magaziner, Seth [D-RI-2].

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 2025-12-26.

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