If work life balance is one of the issues you struggle with, you might want to do some research on the Family and Workplace Balancing Act, H.R. 2392. The House Education and Labor Committee Workforce Protection subcommittee has set a tentative hearing date of June 13 to discuss the issue of balancing work and family life. The bill itself seeks to “improve the lives of working families by providing family and medical need assistance, child care assistance, in-school and after school assistance, family care assistance, and encourage the establishment of family-friendly workplaces.”Regardless of your political leanings, it would be good to let your representative know where you stand on this issue. What are the family issues that challenge you as you attempt to maintain a busy work schedule? What backup help do you have in the event of emergencies - whether it relates to parents, children, spouse, or yourself?

This is an issue that everyone in the work force might want to have address. If this specific proposal does not address or tie in with your views, you can still contact your representatives. Let them know what you need.