Tipped Employee Protection Act
Bill Summary
Requires employers to pay tipped employees a higher minimum wage and prohibits employers from retaining tips received by employees. Establishes rules for the treatment of tips as employee wages.
Sponsored By
Bill Journey
- Mar 24, 2025
- Jan 13, 2026You Are Here
The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.
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The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects tipped employees, such as restaurant servers and bartenders, by potentially increasing their minimum wage and giving them more control over their tips. It also impacts employers in the service industry by changing how they must handle employee tips and wages.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Republican7
Documents
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Cosponsors (6)
Bill Details
- Economy
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