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Philly lawmakers want to make it harder for employers to retaliate against their workers | City Council roundup

The legislation comes amid long-standing concerns from activists and organized labor leaders who say the city’s Department of Labor doesn’t have the resources or authority to effectively enforce Philadelphia’s relatively strong worker protection laws.

Aurora Muñoz, Pennsylvania organizing manager with National Workers Alliance, holds a shield with images of supportive members of Philadelphia City Council. National Domestic Workers Alliance was at a Council session, supporting an anti-retaliation bill for workers.
Aurora Muñoz, Pennsylvania organizing manager with National Workers Alliance, holds a shield with images of supportive members of Philadelphia City Council. National Domestic Workers Alliance was at a Council session, supporting an anti-retaliation bill for workers.Read moreAlejandro A. Alvarez / Staff Photographer
    by Anna Orso
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