This week, a significant legislative push aimed at reforming labor laws concerning paid vacation time has been initiated by various members of the House of Representatives. The Protected Time Off (PTO) Act, introduced by Representative Magaziner, seeks to guarantee at least two weeks of paid vacation days for all American workers, addressing the issue that the United States is the only advanced economy without mandated paid vacation leave. The bill, described as a brand-new initiative, has garnered support from multiple lawmakers, including Representatives Val Hoyle, Dina Titus, Andre Carson, and Jasmine, who emphasize the necessity for policies that reflect American values and the hardworking nature of American workers, akin to European countries. Over 27 million U.S. workers currently do not receive any guaranteed vacation time, a statistic that the PTO Act aims to change. The AFL-CIO, representing a large federation of unions, has also endorsed the bill, highlighting the critical need for at least two weeks of paid leave annually for every full-time worker.
Whether it’s to spend time with their families or go to the doctor, workers deserve to have paid time off. This week, I introduced the #PTOAct to make this a reality for all workers across America. https://t.co/CdxkQinpat
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The U.S. is the only advanced economy that doesn’t guarantee any paid vacation for workers, despite American workers being the most productive in the world. EVERY worker deserves a day off. That’s why I’ve introduced the #PTOAct. https://t.co/dvyz62lWqC
Did you know the US is one of the only countries in the developed world that doesn't guarantee paid time off for workers? American workers are tired of being tired. I'm supporting @Rep_Magaziner's PTO Act to guarantee two weeks paid time off for all workers. https://t.co/PGe6E7VaKN
TODAY, I’m helping lead a new bill to guarantee paid vacation time for ALL American workers. European countries recognize that when you work, you earn yourself a break. It’s time for the United States to catch up. #PTOAct https://t.co/IcPRoCRz92
It is inexcusable that we are still the only industrialized country in the world without guaranteed paid vacation leave. The AFL-CIO proudly endorses the Paid Time Off Act to guarantee every full-time worker has the right to at least two weeks paid leave a year. https://t.co/JSah4HyI3P
27 million American workers do not receive any guaranteed vacation time, and it’s past time to change that. I’m proud to introduce the Protected Time Off (PTO) Act today to make paid annual leave a reality for all workers. https://t.co/VNSpEONfdN
BIG NEWS: Today, I am introducing a brand-new bill, the Protected Time Off Act, to guarantee paid vacation days for ALL workers. This is an issue of basic fairness. No one works harder than American workers, and they deserve a break. WATCH ⤵️ https://t.co/2Xi7TcCBMm
27 million American workers do not get any guaranteed vacation time. That is unacceptable. I’m a proud co-sponsor of the #PTOAct to ensure all Americans have access to guaranteed time off.
We’re the only advanced economy in the world that doesn’t offer paid time off for our workers. We need policies that align with our values. When our workers win, we all win. I’m proud to co-sponsor the #ProtectedTimeOffAct to ensure that American workers can take time off. https://t.co/td2NotbrFg
Americans work harder than anyone and deserve balance in their lives. In fact, over 27 million U.S. workers do not receive guaranteed vacation time at their job. That’s why I support the Protected Time Off (PTO) Act to guarantee paid time off for all workers.
This Thursday, the House will take the first step toward protecting workers and overturning the Department of Labor’s terrible independent contractor rule when the @EdWorkforceCmte holds a markup on my CRA. #FightForFreelancers #ProtectWorkers https://t.co/vCvLp17n9G