Which federal law(s) cover payment of wages to tipped employees?
The federal minimum wage provisions, including those covering tipped employees, are contained in the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Many states also have minimum wage laws covering tipped employees. For additional information about laws in your state, see the DOL’s Minimum Wages for Tipped Employees page, or contact the agency in your state which handles wage and hour/labor standards violations, listed on our site’s state government agencies page.
