Bernie Sanders and Mark Takano introduce 32-hour work week bill

Senators and representatives Bernie Sanders and Mark Takano are introducing a bill in Congress that could mandate a 32-hour work week.

While the legislative prospects remain uncertain, public interest in shorter work weeks appears to be growing. A survey conducted by badcredit.org indicates that 45% of respondents wish their employers would discuss the possibility of a four-day work week, while 31% report that their employers have already suggested it.

Regarding the trade-offs for such a schedule, the survey found that 34% of participants would be willing to accept a pay cut in exchange for a four-day work week. Currently, only 3% of those surveyed reported already working a four-day schedule.