Congressman Tom Kean Jr. Just Voted to Gut Your Overtime Pay—Here’s How Much You’ll Lose
Millions of hardworking Americans, listen up: a new bill supported by Congressman Tom Kean Jr. could slash your overtime earnings by up to $5,000 a year. The House voted late yesterday on the so-called "Worker Flexibility Act," which consumer advocates say is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. If it becomes law, employers could dodge paying you time-and-a-half for extra hours by offering “comp time” that bosses can delay or deny—leaving your wallet thinner and your bank account emptier right when you need cash for groceries or rent. One analysis shows the average overtime worker could forfeit $96 per week in real pay. Congressman Tom Kean Jr.’s name is now trending on social media as outraged workers share paycheck horror stories. Don’t let this sneak through—check your next pay stub before your boss does.