We have received text from S. 3869: Healthy Families Act. This bill was received on 2026-02-12, and currently has 29 cosponsors.
Here is a short summary of the bill:
The Healthy Families Act aims to establish a framework for paid sick leave for employees across various sectors. Here is a summary of its main provisions:
Employee Leave Entitlement
The bill requires employers to provide paid sick time to their employees. Specifically, employees earn:
- One hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked.
- A maximum of 56 hours of paid sick leave can be accrued annually.
Usage of Sick Leave
The legislation outlines the conditions under which employees can use their accrued sick leave. This includes provisions to ensure that employees can take time off for health-related issues and other necessary personal matters.
Employer Responsibilities
Employers are tasked with several responsibilities under the Healthy Families Act:
- Maintaining compliance records related to the accrual and usage of paid sick leave.
- Submitting annual reports demonstrating adherence to the law.
- Providing education about employees' rights concerning paid sick leave.
Enforcement and Compliance
The bill grants the Secretary of Labor the authority to issue subpoenas for investigations into employer compliance. Additionally, employees who believe their rights have been violated may pursue civil action to seek damages. This includes:
- Provisions for covering attorney fees.
- Equitable relief to employees whose rights have been infringed upon.
State Employee Rights
The act emphasizes the rights of state employees regarding paid sick leave, ensuring that they are also entitled to the same protections and benefits as those outlined for private-sector workers.
Education Initiatives
To promote awareness and understanding of employees' rights under the law, the bill includes measures for education campaigns about paid sick leave. This aims to inform both employers and employees of their rights and responsibilities.
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Senator Bernard Sanders Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Senator Bernard Sanders:
- S.3869: Healthy Families Act
- S.3622: SERVE Act
- S.2954: Health Care Workforce Expansion Act of 2025
- S.2819: Head Start for America's Children Act
- S.2818: Tax Excessive CEO Pay Act of 2025
- S.2763: Keep Billionaires Out of Social Security Act
You can track bills proposed by Senator Bernard Sanders on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Sanders.
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