A National Demand for Dignity

We’re done being worked to the bone. America’s workers have fewer guaranteed paid holidays than almost every other rich country, and the consequences are real: burnout, stress, illness, broken families, and crushing economic instability.

The Work-Life Balance and Flex Holiday Act of 2026 is a simple, fair, and long-overdue solution:

  • Guarantee every worker 9 paid rest days per year, scheduled every six weeks to create a regular 3-day weekend for everyone.
  • Guarantee 5 additional paid days off employees can choose freely for religious, cultural, family, or personal needs — no questions asked.

This is not a handout. It’s basic human dignity and a public health necessity. The rest of the developed world figured this out years ago. It’s time we catch up.

What’s inside this proposal?

  • A 3-day weekend every 6 weeks, for everyone, no exceptions.
  • Floating paid leave so you can honor your faith, family, or mental health.
  • Protections against employers who try to deny your rightful time off.
  • Enforcement mechanisms through the Department of Labor.

How to take action:

✊ Download the full PDF proposal here (see below).
✊ Print it out and mail it to your Representative and Senators.
✊ Share this with your union, faith groups, and community.
✊ Demand that elected officials pass this bill and end the cycle of overwork and neglect.

The research backs us up:

Burnout kills. Lack of paid leave kills. And no one should have to choose between working and living.

It’s time to make the work-life balance a right — not a privilege.

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The Work-Life Balance and Flex Holiday Act of 2026Download