Issue · Labor & Employment

Labor & Employment across the country

Every labor & employment bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills

165

last 12 weeks

Active states

jurisdictions with bills

Most active

United States

118 bills

Stance split

159 for 6 against

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Bills introduced per week

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Jun 29 Sep 14

Showing 151–159 of 159 bills

Bills supporting labor & employment

in committee · United States · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 4947: Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act

This bill extends the authority for a demonstration project designed to help disabled Americans find employment until December 31, 2031. It allows participants in these programs to receive benefits for up to 120 days without losing their eligibility and ensures that their total income will not decrease because of their involvement. The legislation also clarifies that administrative costs for these projects will be covered by existing Social Security administration funds. These changes aim to provide more flexibility and financial security for individuals testing new ways to work while receiving disability support.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

Tags People with Disabilities

in committee · United States · House Jul 14, 2026

HR 9686: FARM AI Act of 2026

The FARM AI Act of 2026 directs the U.S. Department of Agriculture to prioritize artificial intelligence in its research, extension programs, and workforce training initiatives. This legislation requires the department to update its funding categories to include AI projects that enhance precision farming, resource management, and cybersecurity while adding specific training for implementing computing systems and maintaining agricultural machinery. To oversee these efforts, the bill establishes a new position called the Artificial Intelligence Agriculture Advisor, who will coordinate with the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop national standards and promote the adoption of digital tools among farmers and rural communities.

Topics ✓ Environment ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Workforce Development Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity

in committee · United States · House Jul 6, 2026

HR 9596: Federal Jobs for STARs Act of 2026

The Federal Jobs for STARs Act of 2026 aims to increase hiring opportunities for individuals in the federal workforce who have gained skills through alternative routes like military service, apprenticeships, or community colleges rather than traditional four-year degrees. It requires the Office of Personnel Management to restrict agencies from mandating bachelor's degrees unless absolutely necessary and to create a specific section on federal job websites dedicated to these candidates. Additionally, the bill mandates a study to explore funding options, such as scholarships and tuition assistance, to help current federal employees with these backgrounds pursue further education.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

in committee · United States · House Jul 2, 2026

HR 9571: Living Wage for Federal Contractors Act

The Living Wage for Federal Contractors Act mandates that employees working on federal contracts receive a basic hourly wage that starts at $17.00 and increases annually to $25.00, with future adjustments tied to inflation. This requirement applies to all workers performing services or labor on federal contracts, including those at any subcontracting tier, while offering a slightly lower initial rate for tipped employees. To enforce compliance, the bill allows the government to terminate contracts for wage violations, requires contractors to repay double the amount of unpaid wages, and prohibits future contract awards to firms repeatedly found in violation. Additionally, the legislation updates existing wage standards under the Davis-Bacon and Service Contract Acts to ensure they align with the new federal living wage floor.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

Sub-Topics Minimum Wage

in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9551: Mental Health Parity Enforcement and Funding Act

This bill strengthens the enforcement of mental health and substance use disorder parity rules under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. It expands the scope of penalties to include plan sponsors, service providers, and administrators who fail to meet existing parity requirements, while also adding a specific category for genetic information violations. To support these enforcement efforts, the legislation appropriates $30 million annually from 2027 through 2031 to the Employee Benefits Security Administration. These changes apply to group health plans starting one year after the law is enacted.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

in committee · United States · House Jun 29, 2026

HR 9519: Social Security 2100 Act

The Social Security 2100 Act proposes significant changes to the U.S. retirement system, primarily increasing benefits for retirees, disabled individuals, and their families while also restructuring how the program is funded and administered. Key provisions include raising the maximum benefit percentage to 93 percent, adjusting cost-of-living calculations to better reflect inflation for elderly consumers, and creating new credits for caregivers of dependent relatives. The bill also extends disability benefits to children in college until age 26, eliminates the five-month waiting period for disability claims, and removes the cap on earnings subject to Social Security taxes after 2026. Additionally, it establishes a single Social Security Trust Fund to consolidate current accounts and mandates stricter protections for beneficiary data, including limits on access by political appointees and requirements for public notice before closing field offices.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9535: Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act of 2026

The Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act of 2026 modernizes the H-2A visa program by transferring administrative authority to the Department of Homeland Security and introducing a unified online platform to streamline applications for employers and workers. Key provisions include establishing new housing standards with mandatory inspections, creating a system for staggered worker entry and exit, and allowing workers to transfer between employers without losing their status. The bill also defines specific job classifications for wage calculations, expands the scope of covered agricultural activities, and provides legal protections for employers who document the employment of workers seeking visa status. Additionally, it requires agencies to develop a heat illness prevention plan and allows for contract termination due to natural disasters.

Topics ✓ Housing ✓ Labor & Employment

Sub-Topics Professional Licensing

Glenn Thompson (R) · 60 co-sponsors

in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9556: Support Our Miners Act

The Support Our Miners Act updates the monthly disability payments for coal miners suffering from black lung disease to better reflect current living costs. It establishes a new base payment of $1,252.50 per month starting in 2026, which will then increase annually based on inflation data published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This legislation directly affects thousands of miners and their families who rely on these benefits for healthcare and financial support, aiming to close the gap between the original 1969 benefit amount and today's economic reality.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

in committee · United States · House Jun 29, 2026

HR 9527: STRONG Act

The STRONG Act directs the Office of Management and Budget to create a separate occupational code for strength and conditioning coaches within the Standard Occupational Classification system. This change aims to formally recognize these professionals, who work with athletes, military personnel, and first responders, as having unique skills distinct from athletic trainers or physical therapists. The bill requires the OMB to establish this new category during its next revision of the classification system or submit a report to Congress explaining why it was not done. No new funding is authorized to implement this administrative update.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans