Ensure that tipped workers receive their full earned tips and are protected from wage theft by employers.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Tipped Employee Protection Act?
The Tipped Employee Protection Act, known as H.R. 2312, has been reported by the House committee but has seen no action since January 12, 2026. The House must now hold a floor vote to move the bill forward, though the limited availability of floor time remains a major constraint. While reaching this stage is a significant milestone that most bills do not achieve, leadership must decide to prioritize the measure for a vote.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Tipped Employee Protection Act (H.R. 2312 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: The House · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 1612 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 1612 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
Steve Womack (R-AR)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.