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Labor & Employment across the country

Every labor & employment bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills
165
last 12 weeks
Active states
10
jurisdictions with bills
Most active
United States
118 bills
Stance split
159 for 6 against
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Showing 1–10 of 21 bills

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in committee · United States · House Sep 8, 2026

HR 10323: Thirty-Two Hour Workweek Act

The Thirty-Two Hour Workweek Act amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to establish a new standard for overtime pay, requiring employers to pay time-and-a-half for hours worked beyond thirty-two hours per week. The bill also introduces daily overtime rules that mandate premium pay for workdays exceeding eight or twelve hours. To allow businesses to adjust, the law phases in the weekly overtime threshold over four years, starting at thirty-eight hours and decreasing by two hours each year until it reaches thirty-two. Employers are prohibited from reducing an employee's total compensation or benefits as a result of these new coverage requirements.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to lower the overtime threshold and mandate premium pay, directly strengthening worker compensation standards.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage
Mark Takano (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10294: Better Pay for American Workers Act

The Better Pay for American Workers Act would raise the federal minimum wage to $15.00 per hour starting in 2027, increasing it to $17.50 in 2028 and $20.00 in 2029. Beginning in 2030, the law requires the Department of Labor to adjust the wage annually based on changes in the median hourly wage for all employees. This mechanism ensures that the minimum wage grows with overall wage trends, while always remaining at least as high as the previous year's rate.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly raises the federal minimum wage and mandates annual adjustments to protect workers' earnings.100% confidence
Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage
Norma J. Torres (D)
in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10239: Equal Pay for Equal Work Act

The Equal Pay for Equal Work Act establishes a new National Equal Pay Enforcement Task Force composed of representatives from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Department of Justice, the Department of Labor, and the Office of Personnel Management. The task force is charged with coordinating these agencies to close gaps in enforcement and improve public education regarding equal pay laws. Its specific duties include investigating challenges related to pay inequity, advancing recommendations to address those issues, and creating action plans to implement the proposed solutions.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates a task force to enforce equal pay laws and close enforcement gaps, directly strengthening worker rights regarding wages.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination Labor Standards
Nikema Williams (D) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10273: Fairness for Farm Workers Act

The Fairness for Farm Workers Act amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to end the long-standing exemption that allows agricultural workers to be denied overtime pay. The bill introduces a phased schedule requiring employers to pay farm workers time-and-a-half for hours worked beyond a set threshold, which gradually decreases from 55 hours in 2027 to the standard 40 hours by 2030. Small farms with 25 or fewer employees are given a three-year delay, reaching full compliance by 2033. Additionally, the legislation removes several other exemptions that currently allow agricultural employers to bypass federal wage and hour protections.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill amends the FLSA to mandate overtime pay for farm workers, directly strengthening labor standards and protecting worker rights.98% confidence
Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Minimum Wage Tags Agriculture
Adelita S. Grijalva (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 10, 2026

S 3240: An Act establishing protections for workers in extreme temperatures

Senate, August 10, 2026 -- The committee on Labor and Workforce Development, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1355) of Liz Miranda, Mindy Domb and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to establish extreme temperature worker protections; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1357) of Mark C. Montigny and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to establish protections for workers in hot conditions, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3240).
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly establishes protections for workers in extreme temperatures, directly advancing workplace safety standards.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5319: Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act

The Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act prohibits healthcare providers from requiring registered, licensed practical, or licensed vocational nurses to work mandatory overtime beyond specific limits, including a cap of 48 hours per week or 12 consecutive hours in a 24-hour period. The bill mandates that facilities post nurse schedules and rights notices, while protecting nurses from retaliation if they refuse excessive shifts or report violations. Limited exceptions allow for mandatory overtime during declared emergencies or disasters, provided the facility has made reasonable efforts to fill staffing needs through other means. Providers who knowingly violate these rules face civil money penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, with harsher fines for repeated offenses, and the Secretary of Health and Human Services is required to conduct studies on safe working hour standards.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill aims to improve patient safety by limiting nurse overtime, thereby protecting healthcare workers and enhancing the quality of medical services.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill protects nurses' rights by capping mandatory overtime, ensuring workplace safety, and prohibiting retaliation for refusing excessive shifts.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Labor Standards
Jeff Merkley (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5280: Guaranteed Paid Vacation Act

The Guaranteed Paid Vacation Act requires employers to provide covered employees with at least one hour of paid annual leave for every 25 hours worked, capped at a maximum of 80 hours per year. Employees may use this leave for any reason without disclosing the specific purpose, and they are permitted to carry over up to 40 unused hours to the following year. The bill prohibits employers from retaliating against workers who take this leave or from counting it as an absence under no-fault attendance policies. Enforcement is handled by the Department of Labor, which can investigate complaints and file lawsuits, while employees also have the right to sue in court for damages and attorney’s fees if their rights are violated.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill mandates paid leave, protects workers from retaliation, and expands employment benefits, directly advancing labor rights.98% confidence
Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Paid Leave
Bernard Sanders (I) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10063: Green New Deal for Public Housing Act

The Green New Deal for Public Housing Act directs the Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide grants to public housing agencies and tribal entities for the comprehensive rehabilitation, energy upgrades, and modernization of public housing stock. These funds are intended to transform properties into zero-carbon homes by installing renewable energy systems, electrifying appliances, and repairing infrastructure, while also establishing workforce development programs that offer training, apprenticeships, and stipends to residents and local low-income workers. The bill mandates strict labor standards, including prevailing wages and the use of U.S.-made materials, and requires agencies to maintain or increase the total number of public housing units while prioritizing resident participation through elected councils and community engagement processes.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill explicitly funds energy upgrades, renewable energy systems, and electrification to create zero-carbon homes, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill explicitly funds energy upgrades and renewable systems to transform public housing into zero-carbon homes, directly advancing climate change mitigation and clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill directs HUD to provide grants for the rehabilitation and modernization of public housing stock, directly funding and strengthening affordable housing infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly establishes workforce development programs and training, directly advancing employment standards and worker skills in the green energy sector.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Community Development Property Development Labor Standards Workforce Development
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D) · 41 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10056: Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act of 2026

The Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act of 2026 prohibits healthcare providers from requiring registered, licensed practical, or licensed vocational nurses to work mandatory overtime beyond a previously scheduled shift, 48 hours in a week, or 12 consecutive hours. The bill allows exceptions during declared emergencies or disasters but requires that alternative staffing measures be attempted first and that the extended work does not extend past the end of the emergency response. Providers who violate these limits face civil money penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, with harsher fines for repeated offenses, and are required to post nurse schedules and rights notices in visible locations. Additionally, the legislation protects nurses from retaliation if they refuse mandatory overtime or report violations, while mandating that the Department of Health and Human Services study safe working hour standards and the Office of Management and Budget review practices in federally operated medical facilities.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill protects nurse working conditions to enhance patient safety, directly supporting healthcare quality and medical professional welfare.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill prohibits mandatory overtime for nurses, directly protecting workers' rights to reasonable working hours and enhancing workplace safety standards.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Labor Standards
Doris O. Matsui (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5268: Double the Wage for Overtime Act of 2026

The Double the Wage for Overtime Act of 2026 amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to increase the mandatory overtime pay rate from one and a half times an employee's regular wage to two times their regular wage. This change directly affects non-exempt workers who are currently entitled to premium pay for hours worked beyond their standard schedule. The bill updates multiple sections of the existing labor law to reflect this new multiplier, ensuring consistent application across various employment categories covered by the act. These provisions would take effect 180 days after the date of enactment.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly increases overtime pay rates from 1.5x to 2x regular wages, directly strengthening worker compensation and employment standards.100% confidence
Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage
Ruben Gallego (D) · 4 co-sponsors
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