New legislation intended to be introduced by the Senate and House Democrats in March of this year seeks to promote the right of employees to request a flexible work arrangement. The bill, entitled the Flexibility for Working Families Act, protects the rights of employees that may require non-traditional work hours due to family obligations; the employees would be able to request these schedules without fear of punishment from their employers.

The elected officials supporting the bill suggest that businesses will be able to retain exemplary employees who may otherwise be forced to seek other, more flexible positions; it may also encourage employees to remain in the workforce while still balancing their home obligations. The bill suggests that any employer who fires or cuts employee hours due to the request would be fined by the Labor Department. The proposed measure counters an already-introduced, Republican-sponsored bill entitled “Working Families Flexibility Act,” which offers eligible workers to choose “comp” time, rather than overtime pay, if they work more than 40 hours per week.

 

 

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