OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Justice for Local Communities and Workers Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9305.
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 2022-11-16.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Companies planning mass layoffs or plant closings must fund an economic impact study for affected local governments.
- If a company is not in financial hardship, it must compensate local communities for financial losses due to layoffs.
- Definitions of mass layoffs and plant closings are expanded to include smaller groups of employees and multi-employer sites.
- Employers must notify more entities, including state representatives and Members of Congress, about planned layoffs.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-11].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.