I was doing some online research for my new class starting today and came across a particular bill that was introduced which would give private sector employees the option to receive comp time instead of overtime pay for any time worked over 40 hours per week. The current law is from 1938 and the time constraints of that era are very different from today's society. Today people not only have to worry about themselves and kids, but also about their parents... along with employer expectations. Granted, back in 1938 the work week was higher than 40 hours, but many times only one parent worked. Anyway, this bill seems quite interesting and will change the way many of us live if it passes... It will allow employees to basically pick between a paycheck or time off. I think I like it.
Anyway, this website WashingtonWatch.com shows all sorts of neat stuff going on in our government. What really is going on in Congress and the House and what bills are being looked at. You can even vote on if you think the bill is a good idea or not and add commentary. Membership is free and only takes a few seconds to join. Check it out!
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