Rhode IslandAN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
What it does
Requires employers to protect employees from extreme temperatures through rest breaks, PPE, training, and equipment, and mandates quarterly supervisor training, to recognize and mitigate heat- and cold-related risks.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Mar 403/04/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further studyLatest
- Feb 2702/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/04/2026)
- Jan 2301/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and GamingIntroduced