US EditionColombia's Senate Approves Labor Bill that Would Mean More Pay and Protections for Workers
- On June 17, 2025, in Bogota, Colombia's Senate passed a labor reform measure put forward by President Gustavo Petro.
- The approval followed intense debate and weeks of political tension amid opposition concerns and a narrowly defeated referendum proposal.
- The bill enshrines an eight-hour workday, increases weekend and holiday pay, mandates social security for delivery app contractors, and forbids exclusivity demands.
- Labor Minister Antonio Sanguino highlighted that, through careful consideration of each provision and individual votes, they successfully established a modern and forward-looking labor reform, as the bill passed the Senate with a 57 to 31 majority.
- The law will raise labor costs by an estimated 6.8% to 35% and respond to calls for better worker protections, while a final referendum remains possible if needed.
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The Colombian Senate approved on Tuesday the labor reform project of President Gustavo Petro, rejected in April and resurrected after the leftist president promoted a popular consultation to submit his proposal to the citizen vote.The Upper House gave the green light to the reform with 57 votes in favor and 31 against, and included all the key points that the leftist Petro's government considers vital. “A historic step towards decent work,” the …
By Fernando Ramos and Mauricio Torres, CNN en Español The Colombian Senate approved this Tuesday the labor reform that had been discussed since 2023, an issue that President Gustavo Petro proposed submitting to a popular consultation and for which he has had tensions with the Legislative Branch. The last vote ended with 56 votes in favor and 31 against, the Senate reported on its X account. Now, since the reform had already been approved by the …
By Fernando Ramos and Mauricio Torres, CNN en Español The Colombian Senate approved this Tuesday the labor reform that had been discussed since 2023, an issue that President Gustavo Petro proposed submitting to a popular consultation and for which he has had tensions with the Legislative Branch. The last vote ended with 56 votes in favor and 31 against, the Senate reported on its X account. Now, since the reform had already been approved by the …
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Colombia's Senate approves labor bill that would mean more pay and protections for workers
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Colombian Senate Approves Historic Labor Reform Backed by Petro: A Major Step for Workers’ Rights - teleSUR English
Colombia’s Senate has approved a comprehensive labor reform bill championed by President Gustavo Petro, advancing critical protections for workers and regulating precarious contracts. The legislation now moves to reconciliation with the House before becoming law. Related: Colombian President Gustavo Petro Denounces U.S.-Backed Coup Plot and Urges Popular Consultation for Social Justice Senate Endorses Petro’s Progressive Labor Agenda After weeks…
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