New Bill in Congress Changing Workweeks to 4 Days with 3 Day Weekends [Video]

In a groundbreaking move that could redefine the traditional American workweek, a new bill has been introduced in Congress aiming to shorten the standard workweek to just 32 hours, spread over four days, with employees enjoying a three-day weekend.

This legislative proposal, known as the 32-Hour Workweek Act, marks a significant shift from the current norm and could potentially enhance work-life balance for millions.

The bill, which has garnered attention for its progressive approach, can be tracked through congress.gov, where its progress and developments will be updated.

Notably, Senator Bernie Sanders has been identified as a key figure in pushing this initiative forward, highlighting the bill’s aim to grant Americans more personal time without sacrificing their earnings.

Under this proposal, employees would work four eight-hour days, retaining their full salary, a stark contrast to the alternative model of four ten-hour days adopted by some companies.

Importantly, the bill introduces new overtime rules: workers exceeding 32 hours a week or …