Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Act

The Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Act (S. 2569) aims to extend federal labor protections to approximately 2.2 million domestic workers, such as nannies, housekeepers, and home care aides, who have historically been excluded from many standard workplace laws. If passed, the bill would guarantee these workers the right to overtime pay, paid sick leave, and meal and rest breaks, while also providing legal protections against workplace harassment and discrimination.

For everyday citizens, this bill would require employers to provide a written agreement outlining wages, schedules, and benefits, ensuring clearer expectations for both the household and the worker. It also introduces specific privacy and safety standards, such as prohibiting invasive surveillance in private living spaces and establishing a national hotline for reporting workplace emergencies or hazards.