WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 -- Sen. Ruben Gallego issued the following press release:
Today, Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) introduced the Holiday Pay Act to require employers pay time and a half for working federal holidays.
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"Across the country, people are working harder than ever yet seeing their paychecks barley stretch to meet their basic needs. Many Americans are working holidays because they need the money and giving up precious time with family and loved ones to do so. They deserve to be fairly compensated for their sacrifice," said Senator Gallego. "The Holi...