On the recordJune 4, 1997
I have concluded that Mr. McCuen's analysis is applicable in this instance. Perhaps he has had an opportunity to study S. 4. This bill, in its current form, is not about families nor is it friendly. The issue before us today is about workplace fairness. The bill is harmful to families in its current form. Our distinguished majority leader says S. 4 provides much-needed flexibility to workers. But Madam President, this measure is not about giving flexibility to workers; this bill is about flexibility only to employers or bosses. The 40-hour work week and the protections it affords have been in place since 1938. Under S. 4, these protections are clearly abolished.
Said by
Mitch Landrieu
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