Whether inmates working in public works projects for their government custodian may qualify as 'employees' under the Fair Labor Standards Act

QUESTION PRESENTED The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”), 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seg., guarantees a minimum and overtime wage to covered “employees.” The question presented is: Whether inmates working in furtherance of public works projects for the government charged with their custody and care may qualify as “employees” under the FLSA.