Fair Work for All Act of 2013
Rationale
Classifying gig workers as employees ensures equal rights, fair working conditions, and access to essential benefits such as sick pay, holidays, and pensions. No worker should be left behind in a modern economy.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gig Economy & Platform Workers |
Basic protections (minimum pay, accident insurance) for gig workers
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Gig workers classified as employees with full rights (sick pay, holiday, pensions)
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Gig Economy & Platform WorkersProposer
Party
Left Forward
Left Forward is a young, dynamic movement combining workers’ rights with bold new ideas. We fight for fair wages, equality, and inclusion while standing firmly against right-wing extremism. Together, we defend dignity, strengthen solidarity, and build a just future for all. Together, we move forward
Core pillars
Brigitte Weber
Activist · Age 38
At 25, Brigitte Weber’s sharp mind and effortless charm turned her student protests into viral media moments, blending data-driven strategy with the raw energy of a generation demanding change.
Timeline
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Draft27 January 2013
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Vote Open27 January 2013
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Vote Closed28 March 2013
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Did Not Become Law28 March 2013
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
PassedFor: 24 / 69 seats (34.8%)
Against: 17 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 28
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights | 17 | No | No reason given |
| Green Horizon | 8 | Yes | No reason given |
| Green-Social Union | 3 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left Forward Proposer | 13 | Yes | No reason given |
| New National Order | 0 | Abstain | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 5 | Not voted |
Bundestag
FailedFor: 152 / 650 seats (23.4%)
Against: 160 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 338
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights | 160 | No | No reason given |
| Green Horizon | 65 | Yes | No reason given |
| Green-Social Union | 20 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left Forward Proposer | 67 | Yes | No reason given |
| New National Order | 0 | Abstain | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 52 | Not voted |