Right to sit in the United States
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right-to-sit-in-the-united-states-161-4982635
title:
Right to sit in the United States
text:
The right to sit in the United States refers to state and local laws and regulations guaranteeing workers the right to sit at work when standing is not necessary. The right to sit was a pillar of the early labor movement. Between 1881 and 1917, almost all states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico had passed legislation concerning suitable seating for workers. These laws were enacted during the Progressive Era, spearheaded by women workers in the labor movement. The original texts of thes
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Pieces of legislation for workers rights
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Right_to_sit_in_the_United_States
date created:
2021-11-15T21:19:14Z
date modified:
2024-08-27T06:06:56Z
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