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Expanded Rights for Part-Time Workers: Leave, Pensions, and Fair Treatment

This bill aims to expand the rights of part-time workers, granting them improved access to family and medical leave and pension plans. It also introduces rules to prevent discrimination based on hours worked and promotes equitable treatment in the workplace, potentially enhancing financial stability and job security for many individuals.
Key points
Part-time employees will have easier access to family and medical leave, removing previous minimum hour requirements.
Long-term part-time workers will gain better access to pension plans, improving their future financial security.
The bill prohibits discrimination against employees based on the number of hours worked, ensuring equal treatment in pay, promotions, and benefits.
Employers will be required to offer additional work hours to existing part-time employees before hiring new ones, potentially increasing income and job stability.
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Print number: 117_HR_6699
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2022-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Part-Time Worker Bill of Rights Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6699.

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:

  • Part-time employees will have easier access to family and medical leave, removing previous minimum hour requirements.
  • Long-term part-time workers will gain better access to pension plans, improving their future financial security.
  • The bill prohibits discrimination against employees based on the number of hours worked, ensuring equal treatment in pay, promotions, and benefits.
  • Employers will be required to offer additional work hours to existing part-time employees before hiring new ones, potentially increasing income and job stability.
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. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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