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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
10
jurisdictions with bills
Most active
United States
118 bills
Stance split
159 for 6 against
National trend

Bills introduced per week

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Showing 31–40 of 159 bills

Bills supporting labor & employment

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 26, 2026

S 3263: An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Timothy Cluett, an employee of the Worcester county sheriff’s office

By Mr. Moore and Mr.Frost of Auburn, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3263) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael O. Moore and Paul K. Frost for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Timothy Cluett, an employee of the Worcester county sheriff’s office. Public Service.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes a sick leave bank for a specific public employee, directly providing an employment benefit and supporting worker welfare.65% confidence
in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 10, 2026

H 5645: An Act promoting consumer choice in health care

This bill requires every high school in Massachusetts that offers interscholastic athletic activities to employ a licensed athletic trainer who has completed annual head injury safety training. It also mandates that health insurance plans reimburse services provided by licensed athletic trainers with a physician's referral, ensuring these costs are not more restrictive than those for other comparable health care providers.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates licensed athletic trainers in high schools to enhance student safety during athletics, directly impacting K-12 school operations and student welfare.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance reimbursement for athletic trainers and requires safety training in schools, expanding coverage and protecting patient health.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates employment of licensed athletic trainers and ensures insurance reimbursement parity, which strengthens workplace standards and worker benefits.65% confidence
Sub-Topics K-12 Education Insurance
in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 10, 2026

S 3240: An Act establishing protections for workers in extreme temperatures

Senate, August 10, 2026 -- The committee on Labor and Workforce Development, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1355) of Liz Miranda, Mindy Domb and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to establish extreme temperature worker protections; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1357) of Mark C. Montigny and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to establish protections for workers in hot conditions, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3240).
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly establishes protections for workers in extreme temperatures, directly advancing workplace safety standards.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development
passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 31, 2026

H 5657: An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Patrick Nelligan

By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Patrick Nelligan, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes a sick leave bank for a specific public employee, directly advancing access to paid leave and worker benefits.65% confidence
in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 31, 2026

HD 6302: An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Elda Sotiri

By Representative Cusack of Braintree and Senator Driscoll, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Mark J. Cusack and William J. Driscoll, Jr., for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elda Sotiri, an employee of the Executive Office for Administration and Finance. Public Service.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill establishes a sick leave bank for a specific state employee, directly providing a workplace benefit and protecting employment standards.65% confidence
in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 13, 2026

HD 6298: An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Patrick Nelligan

By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Patrick Nelligan, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes a sick leave bank for a specific state employee, which is a form of worker benefit and employment standard protection.65% confidence
passed · California · Senate Aug 13, 2026

SR 132: Relative to Landscapers Appreciation Day.

This California Senate Resolution designates September 21 as Landscapers Appreciation Day to honor the workers who maintain residential and commercial outdoor spaces. The bill highlights the significant role of landscapers in community beauty, environmental health, and wildfire prevention, while noting that many face challenges such as heat exposure, limited benefits, and informal employment arrangements. It formally supports policies aimed at uplifting both formal and informal landscaping workers and urges the Governor to issue a proclamation encouraging public observance of the day through educational activities.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill designates a day of appreciation for landscapers and explicitly supports policies uplifting workers facing challenges like heat exposure and limited benefits.65% confidence
María Elena Durazo (D)
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5319: Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act

The Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act prohibits healthcare providers from requiring registered, licensed practical, or licensed vocational nurses to work mandatory overtime beyond specific limits, including a cap of 48 hours per week or 12 consecutive hours in a 24-hour period. The bill mandates that facilities post nurse schedules and rights notices, while protecting nurses from retaliation if they refuse excessive shifts or report violations. Limited exceptions allow for mandatory overtime during declared emergencies or disasters, provided the facility has made reasonable efforts to fill staffing needs through other means. Providers who knowingly violate these rules face civil money penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, with harsher fines for repeated offenses, and the Secretary of Health and Human Services is required to conduct studies on safe working hour standards.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill aims to improve patient safety by limiting nurse overtime, thereby protecting healthcare workers and enhancing the quality of medical services.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill protects nurses' rights by capping mandatory overtime, ensuring workplace safety, and prohibiting retaliation for refusing excessive shifts.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Labor Standards
Jeff Merkley (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5280: Guaranteed Paid Vacation Act

The Guaranteed Paid Vacation Act requires employers to provide covered employees with at least one hour of paid annual leave for every 25 hours worked, capped at a maximum of 80 hours per year. Employees may use this leave for any reason without disclosing the specific purpose, and they are permitted to carry over up to 40 unused hours to the following year. The bill prohibits employers from retaliating against workers who take this leave or from counting it as an absence under no-fault attendance policies. Enforcement is handled by the Department of Labor, which can investigate complaints and file lawsuits, while employees also have the right to sue in court for damages and attorney’s fees if their rights are violated.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill mandates paid leave, protects workers from retaliation, and expands employment benefits, directly advancing labor rights.98% confidence
Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Paid Leave
Bernard Sanders (I) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10063: Green New Deal for Public Housing Act

The Green New Deal for Public Housing Act directs the Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide grants to public housing agencies and tribal entities for the comprehensive rehabilitation, energy upgrades, and modernization of public housing stock. These funds are intended to transform properties into zero-carbon homes by installing renewable energy systems, electrifying appliances, and repairing infrastructure, while also establishing workforce development programs that offer training, apprenticeships, and stipends to residents and local low-income workers. The bill mandates strict labor standards, including prevailing wages and the use of U.S.-made materials, and requires agencies to maintain or increase the total number of public housing units while prioritizing resident participation through elected councils and community engagement processes.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill explicitly funds energy upgrades, renewable energy systems, and electrification to create zero-carbon homes, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill explicitly funds energy upgrades and renewable systems to transform public housing into zero-carbon homes, directly advancing climate change mitigation and clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill directs HUD to provide grants for the rehabilitation and modernization of public housing stock, directly funding and strengthening affordable housing infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly establishes workforce development programs and training, directly advancing employment standards and worker skills in the green energy sector.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Community Development Property Development Labor Standards Workforce Development
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D) · 41 co-sponsors
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