Gig Worker Protections Act of 2017
Rationale
These changes balance worker rights and business flexibility, ensuring fair protections without overburdening gig economy growth.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Gig Economy & Platform Workers |
Gig workers classified as employees with full rights (sick pay, holiday, pensions)
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Basic protections (minimum pay, accident insurance) for gig workers
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Gig Economy & Platform WorkersProposer
Party
Vox España
A party that cares about people who work for the country and worth it, that cares about cultural, historical and religious traditions and a party that wont let unfair happen. (I hope I wrote it well, I dont speak much english)
Core pillars
Javier Gil
Activist · Age 65
A flamboyant ex-officer who traded salutes for soundbites, Javier’s military past lends gravitas to his fiery speeches, while his media flair ensures every scandal or triumph is weaponized for the cause.
Timeline
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Draft6 January 2017
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Vote Open6 January 2017
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Vote Closed7 March 2017
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Did Not Become Law7 March 2017
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senado
FailedFor: 66 / 266 seats (24.8%)
Against: 86 · Abstained: 45 · Not voted: 69
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative For Costavela | 0 | Abstain | No reason given |
| New Democratic Front | 86 | No | No reason given |
| Revolutionary Socialist Union | 45 | Abstain | No reason given |
| Vox España Proposer | 66 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 54 | Not voted |
Congress of Deputies
FailedFor: 81 / 350 seats (23.1%)
Against: 96 · Abstained: 49 · Not voted: 124
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative For Costavela | 0 | Abstain | No reason given |
| New Democratic Front | 96 | No | No reason given |
| Revolutionary Socialist Union | 49 | Abstain | No reason given |
| Vox España Proposer | 81 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 80 | Not voted |