Jobs, Labor, & the Economy

“The White House and Senate can and should still include the minimum wage increase in the bill.“ WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, released the following statement on the Senate Parliamentarian’s ruling on…

“Removing the emergency circumstances requirement for intern telework would improve accessibility to help make our institution more reflective of the communities we were sent to serve in Congress.” WASHINGTON — U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Ilhan Omar (MN-05) led…

“Economic impact payments are survival checks…Narrowing eligibility requirements despite continued bipartisan support would risk providing struggling families and an economy in turmoil with too little support.” WASHINGTON – As negotiations over the next COVID-19 relief package continue, U.S. Representatives Pramila…

The legislation continues their advocacy on behalf of working people and addresses growing income inequality by protecting workers’ right to join a union and negotiate for higher wages, better benefits and safe conditions WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07),…

The Raise the Wage Act follows Jayapal’s earlier work to make Seattle the first major city to enact a $15 minimum wage WASHINGTON – United States Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, joined House Committee on…

WASHINGTON — United States Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) issued the following statement after voting to deliver another round of critical COVID-19 relief to individuals, families and businesses in Washington and throughout the country: “My office has heard directly from thousands of…