What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 9963.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-10-11.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr9963/BILLS-118hr9963ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 9963

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Stronger Worker Protection: Companies Must Pay for Local Layoff Impact.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: More companies must provide advance notice of mass layoffs because the minimum number of affected employees triggering this requirement has been lowered. Profitable companies conducting layoffs must compensate local governments for economic damages, such as lost tax revenue and impact on local businesses. These funds will be directed to special state funds designed to support laid-off workers through job training and financial assistance.

This law expands the requirement for advance notice of mass layoffs by lowering employee thresholds, ensuring more workers receive early warning. It mandates that profitable companies causing closures or mass layoffs must cover the economic losses incurred by local communities. These funds will support state programs for worker training and assistance.

Key points

More companies must provide advance notice of mass layoffs because the minimum number of affected employees triggering this requirement has been lowered.

Profitable companies conducting layoffs must compensate local governments for economic damages, such as lost tax revenue and impact on local businesses.

These funds will be directed to special state funds designed to support laid-off workers through job training and financial assistance.

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Additional Information

Justice for Local Communities and Workers Act

Print number: HR 9963

Sponsor: Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10]

Process start date: 2024-10-11

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