Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Act

# Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Act (HR 3971) Summary **What It Would Do** This bill aims to extend labor protections to domestic workers—people employed in private homes as nannies, housekeepers, home health aides, and similar roles. Currently, many federal labor laws exclude domestic workers from protections like minimum wage requirements, overtime pay, and workplace safety standards. If passed, this bill would grant these workers the same labor rights as other employees, including the right to a minimum wage, overtime compensation, paid leave, and protection from discrimination and harassment. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily benefit domestic workers, who are often among the lowest-paid and most vulnerable employees in the U.S.

workforce. It would also affect the families and individuals who employ domestic workers, as they would need to comply with new labor standards and wage requirements. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) and would require further legislative action to advance.