HR 2196
Justice for Servicemembers Act
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Bill overview
The Justice for Servicemembers Act prohibits employers from requiring service members and veterans to resolve employment disputes through arbitration if those disputes relate to their rights under chapter 43 of title 38 of the U.S. Code (regarding military employment) or the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. It aims to ensure service members have the right to pursue legal action in court when facing employment-related issues. The bill also clarifies that predispute arbitration agreements and joint-action waivers cannot be enforced against these claims, and modifies existing legal code to reflect these protections.
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Primary sponsor
David N. Cicilline
Cosponsors
Conor Lamb
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