Labor & Employment (Collective Bargaining)

in committee · United States · House Aug 31, 2026

HR 10194: PRO–WORK Act

The PRO-WORK Act would prohibit employers from receiving federal funds during any period they lock out their employees, as well as for an additional period equal in length to the lockout or one year if a prior lockout occurred. Additionally, the bill denies tax credits to corporations that engage in employee lockouts, with the penalty becoming more severe if the company has locked out workers before within the same tax year. These restrictions would take effect on January 1, 2026, and require employers who violate the funding ban to reimburse the federal government for any improperly used money.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill penalizes employers for locking out employees by withholding federal funds and tax credits, directly protecting workers' rights against lockouts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10250: No Preference Act

HR 10250, known as the No Preference Act, prohibits federal executive agencies and the Department of Defense from requiring or giving preference to contractors based on their use of union labor. The bill amends existing laws to ensure that government contract awards cannot be influenced by whether a company's workers are covered by collective bargaining agreements. This change directly affects federal procurement processes by mandating that offers be evaluated without regard to the labor status of the bidding firms.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentThe bill prohibits government preference for union labor, directly limiting collective bargaining influence in federal procurement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining

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in committee · United States · House Sep 1, 2026

HR 10209: GREEN Hospitals Act

The GREEN Hospitals Act authorizes $100 billion in Hill-Burton grants for hospitals and other medical facilities to upgrade their infrastructure for climate resilience and emissions reduction. It also establishes a separate $5 billion Planning and Evaluation Grant Program that provides up to $500,000 per project to help states, tribes, and nonprofits develop sustainability plans before construction begins. To receive funding, applicants must demonstrate labor protections, including collective bargaining agreements or non-interference policies, and certify they do not impose training repayment debts on employees. The bill prioritizes projects in environmental justice communities and those serving high numbers of Medicare and Medicaid patients, requiring that at least half of the planning grant funds be directed to these areas.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds hospital infrastructure upgrades specifically for emissions reduction and climate resilience, directly advancing energy efficiency and clean energy goals.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds hospital upgrades specifically for climate resilience and emissions reduction, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides $100B in grants to hospitals and medical facilities for infrastructure upgrades, directly funding and strengthening healthcare institutions.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill requires applicants to demonstrate labor protections and collective bargaining as a condition for receiving federal infrastructure grants.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Environmental Justice Hospitals Medicaid Medicare Collective Bargaining

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in committee · United States · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10044: AI Tax and Work Protection Act

The AI Tax and Work Protection Act imposes a new excise tax on companies that develop or sell artificial intelligence foundation models, with rates that increase based on the national unemployment level. The revenue generated from this tax is placed into a dedicated trust fund to finance a new federal jobs program administered by a newly created Office of Job Creation within the Department of Labor. This program awards grants to state, local, and tribal governments to hire permanent, full-time workers for specific public service roles, such as in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and community safety. To ensure the jobs created do not replace existing workers, the bill includes strict nondisplacement rules and mandates that grant recipients provide employees with strong labor protections, including collective bargaining rights, competitive wages, and paid leave. Additionally, the legislation directs the Bureau of Labor Statistics to study the impact of AI on the workforce and establishes an advisory committee to guide the implementation of the job creation initiatives.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a dedicated trust fund to finance a federal jobs program, directly increasing funding for employment initiatives.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates a federal jobs program to hire permanent workers and fund employment initiatives, directly strengthening labor and employment.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes an excise tax on AI companies, which restricts and financially burdens the technology sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Collective Bargaining Paid Leave Unemployment Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 9, 2026

HR 9636: Improving CTU Act of 2026

The Improving Clarity and Transparency for Unions Act of 2026 requires labor organizations to make their financial audit results available to members. Specifically, unions must publish these audit findings on their websites or provide copies upon request if a website is not available. These changes apply to financial reports submitted six months after the law takes effect, aiming to increase transparency within union finances.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases union financial transparency, empowering workers with access to audit results and strengthening collective bargaining integrity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 21, 2026

S 4366: Know Your Labor Rights Act

The Know Your Labor Rights Act amends the National Labor Relations Act to require employers to post and electronically display notices explaining employees' labor rights in conspicuous locations. Under this bill, employers must also inform each new hire about the information contained in these notices, with the National Labor Relations Board providing the notice text to the public at no cost. The legislation establishes a penalty system where the Board can issue compliance orders and impose civil fines of up to $500 for each violation of the new posting requirements. These changes directly affect employers by mandating specific transparency measures and creating financial consequences for failing to meet them.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates employers to post labor rights notices and inform new hires, directly advancing worker awareness and protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining Labor Standards

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 4452: Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act

This bill, known as the Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act, raises the mandatory retirement age for commercial airline pilots from 65 to 67 years old. It allows airlines to voluntarily choose to keep a stricter limit of 70 years, but once they make that choice, they cannot lower it later. The law also ensures that pilots aged 60 and older must hold a specific type of medical certificate and prevents them from facing stricter medical checks solely because of their age, unless the Federal Aviation Administration determines it is necessary for safety. Additionally, the bill requires that any changes to pilot contracts or benefit plans needed to comply with these new age rules must be agreed upon by both the airline and the pilots' union representatives.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill raises mandatory retirement age, extending employment but potentially weakening age-based protections and altering workforce standards.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances aviation safety by updating pilot retirement and medical standards, protecting the transportation sector.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining Airports

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 15, 2026

S 4310: No Tax on Overtime for All Workers Act

The No Tax on Overtime for All Workers Act aims to exclude specific types of overtime pay from federal income taxation. It directly affects workers who receive compensation for hours worked beyond a standard 40-hour week under certain collective bargaining agreements. The bill defines this tax-free overtime as pay exceeding the regular rate for work that is either required by the Fair Labor Standards Act or agreed upon in advance for periods of at least 40 hours per week. Additionally, it includes special provisions for employees covered by the Railway Labor Act, allowing tax-free treatment for overtime beyond scheduled or maximum duty hours as defined by their agreements. These tax benefits would apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief for workers by excluding overtime pay from federal income taxation.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill excludes overtime pay from federal taxation, effectively increasing net wages and protecting worker compensation under collective bargaining agreements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Collective Bargaining Labor Standards

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in committee · United States · House May 21, 2026

HR 8994: Protect Working Musicians Act of 2026

The Protect Working Musicians Act of 2026 allows independent musicians and small music businesses to collectively negotiate licensing terms with large online music streaming platforms without fear of antitrust lawsuits. To qualify for this protection, creators must own their own copyrights and earn less than $1 million in licensing revenue annually, while the platforms targeted must generate over $100 million in music-related revenue. The law explicitly permits these groups to coordinate on pricing and licensing strategies, provided the negotiations remain fair and do not involve outside parties. Additionally, the bill extends similar collective bargaining protections to negotiations with companies developing generative artificial intelligence systems.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly permits collective bargaining for musicians, protecting their right to negotiate terms without antitrust fear.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining

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in committee · United States · House May 14, 2026

HR 8816: Tax Cut for Striking Workers Act of 2026

This bill, the Tax Cut for Striking Workers Act of 2026, allows workers who are on strike or lockout to receive tax-free strike benefits from their labor unions. These benefits are intended to replace wages lost due to the labor dispute and will not be counted as taxable income for the recipient. The law applies to compensation received after December 31, 2026, and specifically covers members of tax-exempt labor organizations. By excluding these payments from gross income, the bill aims to provide financial relief to striking employees without increasing their tax liability.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by excluding strike benefits from gross income, reducing the tax burden on workers.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides tax-free strike benefits to workers, expanding financial support for collective bargaining and protecting workers' rights during labor disputes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining

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