California Congressman Wants to Make 32-Hour Workweek US Law to 'Increase the Happiness of Humankind'

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California Congressman Wants to Make 32-Hour Workweek US Law to 'Increase the Happiness of Humankind'
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Takano first introduced the legislation to Congress in 2021. It made the rounds on the internet, but ultimately failed to advance in Congress.

of the shortened week run by nonprofit 4 Day Week Global. Businesses reported improved productivity, revenue, morale and team culture, whereas individuals saw benefits for their health, finances and relationships.the same program last year, and none of them are going back to a five-day model.Not everyone is on board with a 32-hour workweek law.

Now that the 32-hour Workweek Act is back in Congress, Takano says the next step is to"get more and more people understanding the arguments for it, to bring in the business executives and the employees who've experienced positive effects of a shorter workweek, and begin to reduce the anxieties around change."Sign up for our new newsletter

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