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Part-Time Worker Bill of Rights Act

3/13/2024, 10:21 PM

Summary of Bill S 2850

Bill 118 s 2850, also known as the Part-Time Worker Bill of Rights Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide protections and benefits for part-time workers in the United States.

The bill includes several key provisions aimed at improving the working conditions and rights of part-time employees. One of the main components of the bill is the requirement for employers to provide part-time workers with access to benefits such as paid sick leave, health insurance, and retirement savings plans. This is intended to ensure that part-time workers are not disadvantaged compared to full-time employees when it comes to receiving important benefits.

Additionally, the Part-Time Worker Bill of Rights Act includes provisions to prevent discrimination against part-time workers and to ensure that they are treated fairly in the workplace. The bill also aims to increase transparency around scheduling practices for part-time employees, giving them more predictability and stability in their work schedules. Overall, the Part-Time Worker Bill of Rights Act seeks to address the challenges faced by part-time workers in the US and to provide them with the same rights and protections as full-time employees. This legislation is an important step towards creating a more equitable and inclusive workforce for all Americans.

Current Status of Bill S 2850

Bill S 2850 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 19, 2023. Bill S 2850 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 19, 2023.  Bill S 2850's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of September 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2850

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
14
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2850

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2850

Part-Time Worker Bill of Rights Act
Part-Time Worker Bill of Rights Act
A bill to extend protections to part-time workers in the areas of family and medical leave and to ensure equitable treatment in the workplace.

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