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FAIR Act of 2022

3/15/2023, 7:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 963

The FAIR Act of 2022, also known as Bill 117 HR 963, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to fair and equitable treatment of individuals in the workplace, specifically focusing on issues of discrimination and harassment.

The FAIR Act of 2022 aims to strengthen protections for employees who have experienced discrimination or harassment in the workplace. It seeks to hold employers accountable for creating a safe and inclusive work environment by implementing measures such as mandatory training on diversity and inclusion, as well as establishing clear procedures for reporting and addressing instances of discrimination or harassment.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in the workplace, such as requiring employers to report on their efforts to promote diversity and inclusion within their organizations. It also seeks to provide additional resources and support for individuals who have experienced discrimination or harassment, including access to legal assistance and counseling services. Overall, the FAIR Act of 2022 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address issues of discrimination and harassment in the workplace and promote a more inclusive and equitable work environment for all individuals. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to protect the rights of employees and hold employers accountable for their actions.

Congressional Summary of HR 963

Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act of 2022 or the FAIR Act of 2022

This bill prohibits a predispute arbitration agreement from being valid or enforceable if it requires arbitration of an employment, consumer, antitrust, or civil rights dispute.

Current Status of Bill HR 963

Bill HR 963 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since March 21, 2022. Bill HR 963 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 11, 2021.  Bill HR 963's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 21, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 963

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
406
Democrat Cosponsors
404
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 963

Primary Policy Focus

Law

Potential Impact Areas

- Age discrimination
- Alternative dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration
- Civil actions and liability
- Competition and antitrust
- Consumer credit
- Disability and health-based discrimination
- Employment discrimination and employee rights
- Housing discrimination
- Labor-management relations
- Racial and ethnic relations
- Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
- Voting rights

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 963

FAIR Act of 2022
Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act of 2022
FAIR Act of 2022
To amend title 9 of the United States Code with respect to arbitration.
FAIR Act of 2022
Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act of 2022
FAIR Act of 2022
Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act of 2022
Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act
FAIR Act

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