Tell Congress to pass Right to Sit legislation

Across America, millions of workers endure unnecessary pain and health risks because their employers refuse to provide suitable seating. Retail workers, cashiers, and others in customer-facing roles are forced to stand for hours, even when their tasks could easily be done sitting. This practice is more than uncomfortable, it's inhumane and dangerous. The "Right to Sit" was once a cornerstone of labor protections, championed by the early labor movement and enacted in nearly every state. However, corporate pressure has led to the repeal of these laws in most states, leaving only 10 states with active Right to Sit legislation. The consequences for workers' health are staggering, with studies linking prolonged standing to back pain, cardiovascular strain, and chronic injuries. Momentum is growing to restore this critical protection. In Michigan, Rep. Dylan Wegela has introduced legislation to guarantee the Right to Sit for workers across the state, following the leadership of Ann Arbor, which recently passed its own ordinance. The Right to Sit bill introduced in the Michigan legislature would do the following: Employers would have to provide reasonable seating for jobs that can be done while seated If your work requires standing, your employer still must provide reasonable seating for when that work is not actively being done If an employers fails to provide reasonable seating, they must pay $250 per worker without seating every two weeks Workers in every state deserve these protections. That’s why we need Congress to act now. A federal Right to Sit bill would ensure that no worker is forced to stand unnecessarily, protecting their health and their dignity. Employers can and must provide suitable seating where job duties permit -- it’s a small change that makes a world of difference. Join the movement to restore this fundamental labor protection. Click START WRITING to send a message to Congress demanding they pass Right to Sit legislation now.