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US HR2270

US HR2270
Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act


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Introduced
03/21/2025
In Committee
04/09/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

119th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude child and dependent care services and payments from the rate used to compute overtime compensation.

AI Summary

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Last Action

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on H.R. 2270 is postponed. (on 01/13/2026)

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