arrow_back Back to App

Federal Job Guarantee: New Employment Opportunities and Improved Conditions

This bill proposes that the federal government has a duty to ensure employment for everyone seeking it. It aims to combat unemployment, inequality, and poverty by offering well-paying jobs with full benefits. Citizens could gain stable employment in social and environmental projects.
Key points
Job Guarantee: Everyone who wants to work would have the right to federal employment.
Minimum Wage: Jobs under the guarantee program would pay at least $25 per hour, with regular adjustments.
Benefits: Employees would receive health insurance, paid sick days, family leave, and retirement benefits.
Job Types: Work would include childcare, elder care, educational support, infrastructure projects, environmental protection, and public art.
Worker Rights: Employees could join unions, collectively bargain, and would be protected against discrimination.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_1011
Sponsor: Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7]
Process start date: 2024-02-14
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Federal job guarantee.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1011.

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 2024-02-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Job Guarantee: Everyone who wants to work would have the right to federal employment.
  • Minimum Wage: Jobs under the guarantee program would pay at least $25 per hour, with regular adjustments.
  • Benefits: Employees would receive health insurance, paid sick days, family leave, and retirement benefits.
  • Job Types: Work would include childcare, elder care, educational support, infrastructure projects, environmental protection, and public art.
  • Worker Rights: Employees could join unions, collectively bargain, and would be protected against discrimination.
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. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

CATEGORIES

Labor Economy Public Investments