Protecting Workers' Rights Act

Hello assembly. I would ask for your forgiveness throughout my chancellorship for my absence in the government. I take full responsibility of my actions and ask that you forgive me. With that being said, I present to you this legislation:

 Protecting Worker’s Rights 

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With the ongoing economic crisis emerging and spiraling out of control, we have to ensure the safety of the worker. PWR bill ensures and sets I) A fair minimum wage II) The right to unionize III) Fair and reasonable working hours IV) Government regulation of large corporations to protect workers rights V) Illegalizing no set breaks for employees VI) The creation of the Kodiak Employer Safety Organization (KESO)

Note that this will not significantly affect the federal budget, as it is stating the rights to the common worker in Kodiak. Tax payer money will not be collected, but the government shall oversee the new employment policies this bill states.

I - A set and regulated minimum wage is essential amidst the modern world. Currently, there is no set law stating what wage employers should pay their employees. This bill is targeted toward the common man, and is designed to help the people belonging to the middle and lower classes. $15 (USD) is essential for Kodikers, and is an inalienable right to a fair and equal job market admits the corporate competition.

II - Unionization substantially determines how fair the workplace is. Workers unions fight against the oppression of greedy business owners undermining the rights of the fellow worker. The right to unionize would not only help created a safer, more equal environment, but will also help amid the ongoing recession we are facing. Alongside the right to peacefully assemble, our workforce can accomplish equity, equality, and fairness in any environment.

III - Fair and reasonable shifts must be set in law to make sure we combat corruption and greed in business. Kodiakers are not permitted to work more than 40 hours a week. If one works more than 40 hours a week, over time payments will be 50% of that the original hourly wage. For example, if a person makes $30 and hour, he/she will be payed $45 for every hour they work overtime.

IV - Government regulation of big business, although harshly criticized by Kodiak’s right most parties, is vital to a functioning society and economy. The government should allow for the creation of the Economic and Employee Protection Agency as a branch of the ministry of Commerce and Labour. This new branch shall ensure and investigate businesses with fraudulent or neglected laws that violate federal law and workers rights. Businesses found suspicious of fraudulent or neglective activity shall be tried in court.

V - Mandatory breaks are essential to workers morale and productivity. The PWR bill implies that employers with more than 5 employees must allow for one twenty minute break per 8 hour shift. Only the top 1% benefit from prolonged labor and poor workplace safety. Mandatory breaks must be set on law to protect all that the DLPK stand for - The right of the common worker.

VI - The formation of the Kodiak Employer Safety Organization will be established if the PWR legislation passes. This organization will inspect workplaces every 12 months to make sure equipment, technology, and buildings are safe. Also, any workplace injuries should be reported to KESO within 24 hours of the report. KESO will report any injuries, workplace hazards, or disordinance to the Economic and Employe Protection Agency for further review.

Assembly, I urge the immediate approval of this bill as this bill is designed to put workers first, especially in this time of crisis. As always, "Once More Unto the Breach!"

 Wesley Karlsson