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Minimum Wage Exemptions for Outdoor Recreation Workers

New rules may affect the earnings of individuals working in the outdoor recreational outfitting and guiding industry. Businesses operating seasonally or with fluctuating revenues might be exempt from minimum wage and maximum hour requirements. This means employees in these companies could potentially earn less or work longer hours without overtime pay.
Key points
Employees of outdoor recreational outfitting and guiding services may be exempt from minimum wage and overtime rules.
This exemption applies to businesses operating for no more than seven months a year or those with significantly lower receipts in one half of the year compared to the other.
The changes take effect from the date the act is passed, applying to wages and overtime for workweeks starting on or after that date.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3499
Sponsor: Rep. Owens, Burgess [R-UT-4]
Process start date: 2025-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Outdoor Recreational Outfitting and Guiding Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3499.

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 2025-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employees of outdoor recreational outfitting and guiding services may be exempt from minimum wage and overtime rules.
  • This exemption applies to businesses operating for no more than seven months a year or those with significantly lower receipts in one half of the year compared to the other.
  • The changes take effect from the date the act is passed, applying to wages and overtime for workweeks starting on or after that date.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Owens, Burgess [R-UT-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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