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Law Changes: Family Aid, Work, Age, Health

This resolution sets the stage for votes on important bills. They cover better help for victims of family violence, easier workplace accommodations for breastfeeding mothers, prohibiting age discrimination in hiring, and official recommendations on physical activity for all Americans.
Key points
Potential improvements to support for individuals affected by family violence.
Expanded workplace rights for breastfeeding employees.
New rules aimed at preventing age discrimination when applying for jobs.
Publication of official government recommendations on physical activity for health.
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VOTING RESULTS
2021-10-12
52%
For 219
Against 206
Abstain 0
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Adopted
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_716
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Process start date: 2021-10-12
Voting date: 2021-10-12
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 315
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2119) to amend the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act to make improvements; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3110) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to expand access to breastfeeding accommodations in the workplace, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3992) to amend the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 to prohibit employers from limiting, segregating, or classifying applicants for employment; relating to consideration of the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the bill (S. 1301) to provide for the publication by the Secretary of Health and Human Services of physical activity recommendations for Americans; and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_716.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Potential improvements to support for individuals affected by family violence.
  • Expanded workplace rights for breastfeeding employees.
  • New rules aimed at preventing age discrimination when applying for jobs.
  • Publication of official government recommendations on physical activity for health.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 219 - 206 (Roll no. 315). (text: CR H5613-5614)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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