1971 Senate Hearings on Fair Labor Standards Amendments
July 20, 2026
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These hearings represent the legislative process for determining federal minimum wage levels and overtime protections that apply to millions of American workers.
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American workers
The proposed amendments to the Fair Labor Standards Act directly impact federal minimum wage and overtime eligibility.
Employers
Employers are subject to the federal labor standards and wage requirements established by the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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Key Facts
- The document records Part 4 of the 1971 hearings regarding Fair Labor Standards Act amendments.
- The hearings were conducted by the Subcommittee on Labor of the Committee on Labor and Public Welfare.
- The primary bills under review were S. 1861 and S. 2259.
- The hearings took place during the first session of the 92nd Congress.
- The scope of the hearings included S. 1861, S. 2259, and other related labor legislation.
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These hearings represent the legislative process for determining federal minimum wage levels and overtime protections that apply to millions of American workers.
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