Senators Blumenthal, Alsobrooks, and Van Hollen introduce legislation to protect federal workers’ rights against unjust firings.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal, Angela Alsobrooks, Chris Van Hollen, and Representative James Walkinshaw have introduced the Fair Access to Swift and Timely (FAST) Justice Act, designed to give federal workers the right to appeal illegal firings. This legislation allows employees to file suits in U.S. district courts if the Merit Systems Protection Board does not respond within 120 days.
Blumenthal emphasized that the bill aims to protect civil servants from unjust terminations, particularly highlighting past shortcomings in the process. The Act has garnered support from several senators and various labor organizations, reflecting widespread concern over the treatment of federal employees.
The legislation responds to delays caused by a lack of quorum at the MSPB, which has hindered timely relief for workers facing unfair practices. The Act is positioned as a safeguard against political retribution and aims to restore the integrity of the federal workforce during challenging political climates.
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Richard Blumenthal Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Richard Blumenthal:
- S.2956: A bill to prohibit the sale, lease, or loan of used motor vehicles with open recalls to consumers by auto dealers.
- S.2942: A bill for the relief of Valent Kolami.
- S.2842: Stop CMV Act of 2025
- S.2799: Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act
- S.2784: Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2025
- S.2682: Captain Paul W. 'Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025
You can track bills proposed by Richard Blumenthal on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Blumenthal.
Richard Blumenthal Fundraising
Richard Blumenthal recently disclosed $55.3K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 710th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 87.3% came from individual donors.
Blumenthal disclosed $63.0K of spending. This was the 642nd most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Blumenthal disclosed $1.3M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 235th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Richard Blumenthal's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
