HR 8739 United States House · 118th Congress

Language Access for Workers Act

This bill requires employers to provide safety warnings and materials in English and a language workers actually understand, tailored to their literacy level and education. It directly affects workers with limited English proficiency (including those whose native language differs from English or who live in non-English-speaking communities) in workplaces like agriculture and service industries. Key provisions include amending OSHA to mandate multilingual safety information, directing the Labor Secretary to update safety standards within 180 days, and creating competitive grants to fund translation services for covered workers. Grants prioritize organizations serving migrant workers or those in agriculture/service sectors, with reporting requirements to track assistance.
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Introduced Jun 13, 2024 Last action Jun 13, 2024
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Jun 13, 2024
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