Modernizing America's Labor Laws

Congressman Allen's e-Newsletter

Modernizing America's Labor Laws

Republicans stand with the 21st Century worker, and it’s time to ensure our labor policies do too.

That is why I introduced the Employee Rights Act alongside Senator Tim Scott, legislation that updates our nation's labor laws by expanding necessary workforce protections for independent contractors, franchisees, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking flexible work options.

This bill also protects employees’ privacy, membership dues, and the union election process from being abused by union bosses.

Read more about this landmark legislation here.

100 Days in the Majority

This week, my Republican colleagues and I celebrated 100 days of our majority in the House of Representatives.

We've hit the ground running in the 118th Congress, passing several bills to jumpstart American energy production, defund Democrats' 87,000 IRS agents, affirm parents' rights to be actively involved in their children's education, and nullify overreaching Biden administration rules that could jeopardize Americans’ retirement savings and property.

I am proud to have supported these key legislative initiatives, and I remain committed to getting the government out of the way and returning the power back to the American people.

Protecting Women and Girls in Sports

I voted to pass H.R. 734, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, legislation that would prevent biological males from competing in women’s and girls’ sports programs.

It is imperative that we protect our female athletes and allow them every opportunity to succeed in sports.

This Week's Committee Activity

Energy and Commerce

Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security

“American Nuclear Energy Expansion: Powering a Clean and Secure Future”

The House Energy and Commerce Committee held a subcommittee hearing on powering America by expanding production of clean, nuclear energy. During the hearing, I was proud to highlight the accomplishments made on Plant Vogtle units 3 and 4, which will have a tremendous impact on powering Georgia for decades.

Click here to listen to my full remarks.

Subcommittee on Communications and Technology

“Breaking Barriers: Streamlining Permitting to Expedite Broadband Deployment”

The House Energy and Commerce Committee also held a subcommittee hearing focused on streamlining the permitting process to improve broadband accessibility.

Click here to listen to my full remarks.

National Faith Month

April is National Faith Month, and I joined my colleagues in delivering remarks on the House Floor to mark the occasion.

My faith will always guide me as I continue to represent you and the rest of Georgia’s 12th District in Congress.

This Week's Office Visitors

It was great to welcome several groups of visitors to our office in Washington, D.C. this week to talk about the issues that matter most to them.

Those pictured include representatives from:

American Academy of Ophthalmology
Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC)
North American Blueberry Council
Plastics Industry Association
National Pecan Federation
Crop Insurance Professionals Association
Georgia Electric Membership Corporation (EMCs)

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Sincerely,

Rick Allen
Member of Congress