This bill establishes new workplace safety standards to protect workers from extreme heat and cold. It requires employers to provide paid rest breaks, free cool drinking water (under 75°F), adequate shade or warmth, and training for supervisors and staff when temperatures reach defined thresholds (80°F+ for heat, 60°F- for cold). The law specifically covers all workers - including farmworkers, day laborers, part-time staff, and temporary employees - regardless of immigration status, and mandates acclimatization plans for new workers during their first week on the job. Employers must implement engineering controls (like ventilation) and administrative controls (such as adjusted work schedules) to reduce temperature-related risks.
By Representative McKenna of Sutton and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2146) of Joseph D. McKenna, Ryan C. Fattman and Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida relative to employment protections for domestic violence victims. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1306) of Lydia Edwards for legislation to protect the collective bargaining rights of certain management classification series employees. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1323) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation relative to workplace safety and disclosure of violations. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1356) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation relative to fair hiring practices. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1337) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to consolidate multiple definitions of employee. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1287) of Michael J. Barrett for legislation to ensure bereavement leave. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Mr. Lewis (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1350) of Vincent Dixon, for legislation for a Bridge Employment Training Program (BET). Labor and Workforce Development.
By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1330) of Dylan A. Fernandes that the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development be authorized to establish a four-day work week pilot program. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1357) of Mark C. Montigny and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to establish protections for workers in hot conditions. Labor and Workforce Development.
