The representation gap – even more significant for women of color – poses a huge barrier to ensuring policies that support state-level abortion access WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 28, 2023 – In a newly released report, Democracy & Abortion...
Washington Starts the Year Strong
In Washington state, January has been a good month for workers and advocates pushing for family friendly workplace policies. On Tuesday, the Tacoma City Council approved a paid sick days ordinance, making it the first city to do so in 2015, and the first jurisdiction to follow President Obama’s recent call for action the issue. And just yesterday, a statewide proposal (HB 1356) that would guarantee at least one million workers the right to earn paid sick days passed out of the House Labor Committee.
Got Covered? Great! Make Sure You Report Your Coverage At Tax Time!
It’s officially tax time — everyone’s favorite time of year. In addition to making sure you’ve got all your finances in order, there’s one new thing you need to remember this tax season: to report your health coverage on your tax return.
The Health of Women and Families Will Be at Stake in ‘King v. Burwell’
On March 4, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the case King v. Burwell. The stakes could not be higher for women, for our health care system and for our country.
Paid Leave High on Our Wish List Again This Year
The holiday season is a time for focusing on family and loved ones. And no legislation would do more to make this nation family friendly than the FAMILY Act.
The Supreme Court Should Say ‘No’ to Pregnancy Discrimination
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear Peggy Young v. United Parcel Service (UPS) this week, a case that could help secure — or erode — pregnant workers’ right to equal treatment.
Showing Thanks for Family Caregivers This Month
It’s November, a month many associate with Thanksgiving and celebrating the things we’re grateful for. But November is also National Family Caregivers Month.
Recognizing National Family Caregivers Month
In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month in November, the broad-based coalition of organizations pushing for the Family And Medical Insurance Leave (FAMILY) Act are rallying online…
Open Enrollment for 2015 Starts Today!: What You Need to Know to Sign Up and Stay Covered
Open enrollment for the health insurance marketplace begins today and runs until February 15, 2015.
Voters Express Strong Demand for Paid Sick Days, Approve Four New Laws
Voters from coast to coast turned out on November 4 to show their support for paid sick days. Thanks to voters approving ballot measures in Massachusetts, Oakland, Calif., and two cities in New Jersey – Montclair and Trenton – these jurisdictions can now be added to the list of places that will guarantee workers the basic right to earn paid sick days.
Reasons to Celebrate – and to be Vigilant – this National Work and Family Month
As the month draws to a close, there are clear signs of progress and frustrating reminders that vigilance remains essential.
Domestic Violence and the Need for Paid “Safe” Days
Recent headlines have served as a painful reminder that domestic violence remains a serious issue in this country.
Why the Failed Paycheck Fairness Act Vote Matters
It has been quite the week for fair pay for women. On Monday, we witnessed a shameful act when opponents blocked the Paycheck Fairness Act in the Senate.
The Dignity and Value of Work and Family
Amable Alvarez grew up in a poor, rural village in Spain. As a child, he never got the chance to attend school because his family couldn’t afford to be without his help on the farm.
Women’s Equality Matters
Today, women across the country still routinely face inequality at home, at work and throughout society. And too often, the issues we care most about seem not to matter.
On its 21st Anniversary, a New Guide to the FMLA
Twenty-one years ago today, the nation’s first – and only – federal law designed to help people manage the dual demands of work and family took effect.
Strong Support for Paid Sick Days Continues
Yesterday brought further evidence of strong support for paid sick days when city councils in San Diego, Calif., and Eugene, Ore., passed ordinances that would guarantee workers access to this basic workplace protection. If the bills become law, it would mean that an additional 300,000+ workers gain the right to take up to five paid sick days a year. But the future of both bills is uncertain.
Time for Schedules That Work
Can you imagine not knowing from day to day or week to week whether you will be scheduled to work or what your paycheck will look like?
Another Unacceptable Equal Pay Day
The gender-based wage gap is a serious problem for women and families across the country, and it’s appreciably worse for African American women. Today, we’re reminded of just how much worse.
America’s Families Expect and Deserve Better: 31 States Get Grades of ‘D’ or ‘F’ in New Study
On Monday, hundreds of lawmakers, businesses, workers, advocates, administration officials and President Obama will gather for a historic White House Summit on Working Families in Washington, D.C.
Family Friendly Policy and Culture Changes Would Be the Best Father’s Day Gift
The gifts, greeting cards and time that will be shared for Father’s Day are wonderful, heartwarming tributes. But lawmakers should pay tribute, too, with policy changes.