Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to protect the rights of restaurant workers.

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Explore the details of House Bill 702 Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to protect the rights of restaurant workers. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/2/2024, 8:30 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 702

Bill 118 H.Res. 702, titled "Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to protect the rights of restaurant workers," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge the importance of protecting the rights of restaurant workers, who often face challenges such as low wages, lack of benefits, and unsafe working conditions.

The resolution highlights the significant contributions that restaurant workers make to the economy and the importance of ensuring that they are treated fairly and with dignity in the workplace. It calls on the federal government to take action to protect the rights of these workers, including enforcing labor laws, providing access to healthcare and other benefits, and promoting safe working conditions.

Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 702 aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by restaurant workers and to encourage policymakers to take steps to address these issues and ensure that all workers are treated fairly and have access to the protections they deserve.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 702

Bill HRES 702 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 19, 2023. Bill HRES 702 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 19, 2023. Bill HRES 702's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture. as of September 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 702

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 702

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Labor and Employment

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Child care and developmentCitizenship and naturalizationComprehensive health careEmployee benefits and pensionsEmployee leaveEmployment discrimination and employee rightsLabor standardsLabor-management relationsUnemploymentVoting rightsWages and earningsWorker safety and health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 702

Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to protect the rights of restaurant workers.Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to protect the rights of restaurant workers.

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