Fairness for Federal Contractors Act of 2021

Fairness for Federal Contractors Act of 2021

This bill prohibits executive agencies from requiring contractors to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. The bill also requires the Government Accountability Office to study the degree to which Executive Order 14042 (Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors) caused disruptions to federal contracts, supply chains, and transportation systems.

Bill 117 hr 6016, also known as the Fairness for Federal Contractors Act of 2021, aims to address issues related to federal contractors and their employees. The bill seeks to ensure that federal contractors are treated fairly and that their employees are provided with certain protections.

One key provision of the bill is the requirement for federal contractors to pay their employees a minimum wage of at least $15 per hour. This is intended to ensure that employees working on federal contracts are paid a living wage that allows them to support themselves and their families.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect the rights of federal contractor employees, such as prohibiting discrimination based on race, gender, or other protected characteristics. It also requires federal contractors to provide certain benefits to their employees, such as paid sick leave and health insurance. Overall, the Fairness for Federal Contractors Act of 2021 aims to promote fairness and equality in the treatment of federal contractor employees. By setting minimum wage standards and prohibiting discrimination, the bill seeks to ensure that all workers are treated with dignity and respect.