Holiday Pay Act
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to require employers to compensate employees working on a legal public holiday for such work at a rate that is not less than one and one-half times the regular rate at which the employee is employed, and for other purposes.
This bill, known as the Holiday Pay Act, aims to update the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938. It proposes to ensure that employees who work on a legal public holiday receive compensation at least one and a half times their regular pay rate. This change would directly affect employees who work on holidays, providing them with additional pay for their time off.
The bill was introduced on May 21, 2026, by Representative Greg Casar, with Representative Sarah McBride as the primary sponsor. It was immediately referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce for further review. As of now, the bill is in its initial stages and has not yet advanced further in the legislative process.
Key steps in the bill's journey include its introduction in the House and referral to the relevant committee. Future steps will involve committee review, possible amendments, and a vote by the full House before it can proceed to the Senate.
