S.2228

Modern Worker Empowerment Act

Introduced·7/9/25

Modern Worker Empowerment Act amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to align the definition of employee with common law.

The Modern Worker Empowerment Act amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to change the definition of "employee" to align with common law. This change affects how workers are classified under federal labor laws, potentially impacting their rights and protections.

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Where it stands

Current
Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jul 9, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.