Patty Murray

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This bill would strengthen protections for workers against discrimination and harassment in the workplace. It would require employers to adopt clear policies and training, explicitly protect LGBTQ+ individuals, and gradually raise the cash wage for tipped employees to the full minimum wage. It would also end mandatory arbitration for work disputes and limit nondisclosure agreements.

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This bill would stop new approval steps for some Medicare services. Seniors would not need new prior authorization, and doctors would have less paperwork. It blocks the Department of Health and Human Services' proposed WISeR model.

This bill would require colleges and universities to put in place clear policies to prevent harassment against students. It would also set aside money for schools to create or improve programs that stop harassment and support those affected. This means students would have better protections and resources on campus.

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This bill would create a new pilot program to help homeowners living near up to four large hub airports. If their homes have old, damaged, or ineffective sound insulation that was federally funded before 2002, they could get federal assistance to repair or replace it. This changes current rules that don't allow for re-funding these projects.

This bill would create new federal programs to make child care and preschool more affordable for families with young children. It would set aside billions of dollars to help cover costs, ensure higher wages for child care staff, and improve the quality of programs across the country. This means many families would pay less for care, and child care workers would earn more.

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