HB5960: Opportunity to Compete Act
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to impose restrictions relating to prospective employees' educational credentials, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
The Opportunity to Compete Act would change federal labor laws to limit how employers can require educational degrees from job applicants. The bill amends the Fair Labor Standards Act, which sets rules for wages and working conditions. It affects employers and job seekers by restricting credential requirements that may not be necessary for the job. The bill is currently in the early stage after being introduced to Congress, with no vote yet taken.
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HB5960: Opportunity to Compete Act
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Sponsors
Raja Krishnamoorthi
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (9)
John James
Tracey Mann
Brandon Williams
Angela Craig
Nikki Budzinski