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Workers, unions push predictable‑scheduling bill; hospitality and franchise groups oppose one‑size rules
Summary
SB 8‑31 would require advance notice of work schedules for certain employees at large employers. Unions and worker advocates cited family stability and reduced financial insecurity; restaurant and small‑business groups said the hospitality sector needs scheduling flexibility and warned of burdens on small franchisees.
Worker advocates urged passage of SB 8‑31, legislation that would require advance notice of work schedules and curb on‑call and last‑minute scheduling practices for large employers in certain industries. Proponents said unpredictable scheduling causes financial instability, obstructs child care and education, and increases food and housing insecurity.
Jose Miranda of 32BJ SEIU and Sarah Ganong of Working Families Power described the harms faced by hourly service workers, citing research showing higher food insecurity and more volatile pay…
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