Philly bike advocates press mayor to move ahead with narrowing Washington Ave.

The economic impact of a smaller federal government in the region has meant fewer workers, canceled office leases, buildings for sale and some contracts terminated.

There’s already a bill of rights for domestic workers on the books in Philadelphia, but organizers say it’s difficult to enforce it without an anti-retaliation measure.

The bills are part of a broader effort to expand and protect affordable housing in the city amid an ongoing crisis.