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A bill to prohibit forced arbitration in work disputes, and for other purposes.

7/9/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4502

Bill 118 s 4502, also known as the "Forced Arbitration Prohibition Act," aims to address the issue of forced arbitration in work disputes. Forced arbitration is a practice where employees are required to resolve disputes with their employers through a private arbitration process, rather than through the court system.

The bill seeks to prohibit employers from mandating arbitration agreements as a condition of employment, and instead, allows employees to choose whether to pursue arbitration or litigation in court. This gives employees more options and control over how they resolve disputes with their employers.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that arbitration agreements are voluntary and not coerced by employers. It also prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who choose not to participate in arbitration. Overall, the Forced Arbitration Prohibition Act aims to protect the rights of employees and ensure that they have fair and equal access to the legal system when resolving work disputes. It is an important step towards promoting transparency and accountability in the workplace.

Current Status of Bill S 4502

Bill S 4502 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 11, 2024. Bill S 4502 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 11, 2024.  Bill S 4502's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of June 11, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4502

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
38
Democrat Cosponsors
34
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
4

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4502

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4502

A bill to prohibit forced arbitration in work disputes, and for other purposes.
A bill to prohibit forced arbitration in work disputes, and for other purposes.

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