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Schedules That Work Act: More Control Over Work Hours and Predictability

This act aims to give employees more control over their work schedules, allowing them to request changes without fear of retaliation. It also requires employers in certain industries, like retail and food service, to provide more predictable and stable schedules, making it easier to balance work and personal life and improve financial stability.
Key points
Employees can request changes to their work schedules (hours, times, location, notice period) without fear of dismissal or other adverse actions.
Employers must consider requests for schedule changes, especially those related to caregiving, education, or a second job, and can only deny them for legitimate business reasons.
In industries like retail, food service, cleaning, hospitality, and warehousing, employers must provide work schedules 14 days in advance and pay extra for changes made with less notice.
Employees in these sectors can decline to work hours not on the posted schedule without penalty and receive additional pay for split shifts and for working without sufficient rest between shifts.
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Print number: 117_HR_6670
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Process start date: 2022-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Schedules That Work Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6670.

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 2022-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employees can request changes to their work schedules (hours, times, location, notice period) without fear of dismissal or other adverse actions.
  • Employers must consider requests for schedule changes, especially those related to caregiving, education, or a second job, and can only deny them for legitimate business reasons.
  • In industries like retail, food service, cleaning, hospitality, and warehousing, employers must provide work schedules 14 days in advance and pay extra for changes made with less notice.
  • Employees in these sectors can decline to work hours not on the posted schedule without penalty and receive additional pay for split shifts and for working without sufficient rest between shifts.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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