MARCH 3, 2022
President Biden Signs Sexual Assault and Harassment Legislation
President Biden signs into law legislation aiming to make it easier for victims of sexual assault or harassment to file suit in court and not be forced to arbitrate their claims. The law passed the House 335 to 97 and the Senate by voice vote. No questions were taken from reporters.
President Biden signs into law legislation aiming to make it easier for victims of sexual assault or harassment to file suit in court and not be forced to arbitrate their claims. The law passed the House 335 to 97 and the Senate by voice vote. No questions were taken from reporters.
Remarks by Vice President Harris at Signing of H.R. 4445, “Ending the Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021”
MARCH 03, 2022•SPEECHES AND REMARKS
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon everyone. Good afternoon. Please have a seat. Good afternoon. (Applause.)
President Joe Biden, members of Congress, and my fellow Americans: Today, we are gathered to celebrate the passage of a law that will make our nation’s workplaces more safe and more just.
Forced arbitration silences survivors of sexual assault and harassment. It shields predators instead of holding them accountable and gives corporations a powerful tool to hide abuse and misconduct. And it compels the people of our nation — and most often the women of our nation — to sign away one of their most fundamental rights: the right to seek justice in court.
The legislation the President will sign today will end forced arbitration in all cases of sexual abuse... more
MARCH 03, 2022•SPEECHES AND REMARKS
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon everyone. Good afternoon. Please have a seat. Good afternoon. (Applause.)
President Joe Biden, members of Congress, and my fellow Americans: Today, we are gathered to celebrate the passage of a law that will make our nation’s workplaces more safe and more just.
Forced arbitration silences survivors of sexual assault and harassment. It shields predators instead of holding them accountable and gives corporations a powerful tool to hide abuse and misconduct. And it compels the people of our nation — and most often the women of our nation — to sign away one of their most fundamental rights: the right to seek justice in court.
The legislation the President will sign today will end forced arbitration in all cases of sexual abuse... more
03/03/22: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jen Psaki
Mar 4, 2022
Mar 4, 2022
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jen Psaki, March 3rd, 2022
MARCH 03, 2022•PRESS BRIEFINGS
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room
MS. PSAKI: Hi, everyone.
Q Hi.
MS. PSAKI: It’s so nice to see everybody’s beautiful faces. You too, Steve Holland. David Sanger. (Laughter.) Just calling out some especially beautiful faces in the room. Yes. Handsome devils. (Laughter.) Okay.
Just wanted to note one thing before we get started. As you all know, later today the President will sign the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act into law. The bill amends the Federal Arbitration Act to make it easier for victims of sexual assault or harassment to go to court instead of being forced into arbitration by their employer.
This law will affect the more than 60 million workers who are subject to mandatory arbitration clauses in the workplace, often without realizing it until they come forward with a claim against their employer... more
Wide Range of Constituencies Applaud President Biden’s State of the Union Address
MARCH 03, 2022•STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
In his first State of the Union, the President spoke directly to the American people about his vision to build a better America. He reminded the country that our best days lie ahead, and that his Presidency is about giving everyone a fair shot – because when given half a shot, ordinary people can do extraordinary things. The Biden-Harris Administration’s domestic agenda represents an historic shift from the old, outdated trickle-down approach to one that puts workers, families, and small businesses first.
The President also announced his unity agenda, consisting of four areas where we have historically been able to come together and find agreement regardless of party. He has called on Congress to send bills to his desk to deliver progress for the American people: to beat the opioid crisis, address mental health, support our veterans, and end cancer as we know it.
Over the next year, the Biden-Harris Administration will continue working to make communities safer, combat COVID, and create good-paying jobs through revitalized domestic manufacturing.
A wide range of constituencies and community leaders championed the President’s remarks... more
MARCH 03, 2022•STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
In his first State of the Union, the President spoke directly to the American people about his vision to build a better America. He reminded the country that our best days lie ahead, and that his Presidency is about giving everyone a fair shot – because when given half a shot, ordinary people can do extraordinary things. The Biden-Harris Administration’s domestic agenda represents an historic shift from the old, outdated trickle-down approach to one that puts workers, families, and small businesses first.
The President also announced his unity agenda, consisting of four areas where we have historically been able to come together and find agreement regardless of party. He has called on Congress to send bills to his desk to deliver progress for the American people: to beat the opioid crisis, address mental health, support our veterans, and end cancer as we know it.
Over the next year, the Biden-Harris Administration will continue working to make communities safer, combat COVID, and create good-paying jobs through revitalized domestic manufacturing.
A wide range of constituencies and community leaders championed the President’s remarks... more
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