Expressing support for Americas Black workers and affirming the need to pass legislation to reduce inequalities and discrimination in the workforce.

119th Congress Introduced by Nanette Barragán and 18 co-sponsors

HRES 170 supports legislation to reduce workforce inequalities for Black workers, advocating for fair wages, job training, and protection from discrimination.

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Bill Overview

Bill Number: HRES 170

Title: Expressing support for America's Black workers and affirming the need to pass legislation to reduce inequalities and discrimination in the workforce.

Status: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Introduced: February 27, 2025

Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

HRES 170 aims to express the House of Representatives' support for initiatives that address the systemic inequalities faced by Black workers in the United States. The resolution emphasizes the importance of legislative action to enhance economic opportunities and reduce discrimination within the workforce.

Key Provisions

The resolution outlines several key areas of focus:

Reducing Inequalities:

Supports efforts to close the wage gap and unemployment gap affecting Black workers.
Advocates for improved access to job training, career skills programs, and educational opportunities.

Worker Rights:

Affirms the right of all American workers, regardless of race or ethnicity, to:
- Fair wages
- Safe working conditions
- Collective bargaining and organizing rights
- Protection from discrimination

Support for Specific Legislation:

Endorses the passage of several key legislative acts aimed at improving labor conditions for Black workers, including:
- The Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act
- The National Apprenticeship Act
- The Raise the Wage Act
- The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act

Recognition of Historical Contributions:

Acknowledges the historical and ongoing significance of the Black workforce to American prosperity and national economic security.
Highlights the necessity of enhancing economic opportunities for Black workers for both individual and national well-being.

Impact

If supported and acted upon, HRES 170 could lead to significant legislative changes aimed at improving the economic landscape for Black workers in the U.S. This resolution serves as a call to action for lawmakers to prioritize issues of inequality and discrimination in the workforce, potentially influencing future legislation and policy decisions.

Procedural Aspects

The resolution was introduced and subsequently referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce on February 27, 2025. Further actions will depend on the committee's review and recommendations.

This resolution represents a critical step towards addressing long-standing disparities in the workforce and promoting equitable treatment for Black workers across the nation.

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