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November 30, 2022

House to Impose Deal Blocking Rail Strike Despite Objections from Workers, Progressive Dems
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The House of Representatives is voting today to impose a deal that would
block a rail strike, after President Biden warned of devastating
economic consequences. Four out of 12 rail unions, representing tens of
thousands of workers, have opposed the deal, struck in September, which
raised wages by nearly 25% but did not address the need for paid sick
days and workers' grueling schedules. Lawmakers separately will vote on
a proposal to add seven days of paid sick leave to the agreement, after
mounting pressure from labor groups and progressive lawmakers, who
oppose the imposition of the existing agreement. Rail workers are asking
for 15 days of paid leave.


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