To direct the Secretary of Labor to perform additional duties, to modernize certain laws regarding the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Labor to perform additional duties, to modernize certain laws regarding the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and for other purposes.
Plain Language Summary
# Summary of HR 7804 **What the Bill Would Do** HR 7804 directs the U.S. Secretary of Labor to take on additional responsibilities and modernizes laws governing the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the federal agency responsible for collecting employment, wage, and economic data. The bill's specific provisions are not detailed in the available information, but generally aims to update how the BLS operates and expand the Labor Department's duties in this area. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect the Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which could require changes to how they collect and report economic data. Secondarily, it could impact workers, employers, economists, and policymakers who rely on labor statistics for decision-making. **Current Status** HR 7804 was introduced by Rep.
Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill has not advanced beyond the initial committee stage. *Note: Detailed provisions of this bill are not publicly available in the provided information. For complete details on specific requirements and changes proposed, you would need to review the full text on Congress.gov.*.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.