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These principles provide a framework for key components of low-income assistance, including income and nutrition assistance programs, access to social supports, and access to basic necessities.&nbs
Policymakers should increase food benefits and expand eligibility for food programs.
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Protections for Workers">Protections for Workers
- Protections for Workers">Protections for Workers
A variety of government policies and employer practices safeguard the rights of workers to fair treatment, safety in the workplace, and a measure of financial security.
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Wage Standards and Fair Employment Practices">Wage Standards and Fair Employment Practices
- Wage Standards and Fair Employment Practices">Wage Standards and Fair Employment Practices
All levels of government have developed standards and guidance to ensure fair employment practices. They address wages, working conditions, and other aspects of work.
Policymakers and the private sector should work to eliminate barriers to women’s employment. They should ensure equality in employment opportunities, pay, and benefits.
Federal, state, and local laws should strengthen protections for workers in terms of wages, hours, safety, and other features of employment.
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Unemployment Insurance and Workers’ Compensation">Unemployment Insurance and Workers’ Compensation
- Unemployment Insurance and Workers’ Compensation">Unemployment Insurance and Workers’ Compensation
In addition to Social Security and Medicare, employers are required to participate in two forms of insurance to protect their workers. One is the joint federal-state unemployment insurance system.
Policymakers should explore new and innovative approaches to address unemployment.
Workers should be eligible for full workers’ compensation or unemployment benefits regardless of age and other sources of income, such as pensions.
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Employment Discrimination Against Older Workers">Employment Discrimination Against Older Workers
- Employment Discrimination Against Older Workers">Employment Discrimination Against Older Workers
Older workers may choose to or need to continue working. However, they face discrimination based on age, especially in layoffs and hiring.