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Bill before Congress would create 32-hour workweek with no pay cut

A bill before Congress would set a 32-hour workweek without reducing pay, drawing support from major labor groups and opposition from business organizations.

Published Nov 3, 2026, 3:39 PM EST | LehighValleyLive

A bill currently before Congress would establish a 32-hour workweek without cutting employees’ pay. The proposal is backed by major labor and advocacy groups, including the AFL-CIO and United Auto Workers, but is opposed by business organizations and small business groups. The measure has prompted competing reactions from labor advocates and business interests.