AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Jul 29, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 11, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The bill excludes real estate agents from the definition of 'employee' under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- The bill excludes direct sellers of consumer products from the definition of 'employee' under the FLSA
- FLSA employees are currently entitled to minimum wage and overtime compensation for hours over 40 per week
- The bill was introduced in the House on May 19, 2025
- The bill was reported (amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce on February 11, 2026
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Real estate agents and direct sellers would no longer be entitled to FLSA minimum wage protections if this bill passes
- Real estate agents and direct sellers would no longer be entitled to FLSA overtime compensation if this bill passes
- The documented effects apply only to these two occupational categories; effects on other workers are not established by the summary
- The bill's practical impact on worker earnings or business practices is not quantified in the official summary
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The Committee on Education and Workforce filed supplemental reports on September 8, 2026
- The bill was placed on the Union Calendar (Calendar No. 420) on February 11, 2026
- The committee voted to order the bill reported (amended) on September 17, 2025 by a vote of 19–16
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 8, 2026 — Supplemental report filed by the Committee on Education and Workforce, H. Rept. 119-494, Part II.
- Feb 11, 2026 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 420.
- Feb 11, 2026 — Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-494.
- Sep 17, 2025 — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 16.
- Sep 17, 2025 — Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- May 19, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- May 19, 2025 — Introduced in House