Rhode IslandAN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE EXTREME TEMPERATURE WORKER PROTECTION ACT
What it does
Requires employers to protect workers from extreme heat and cold by implementing safety plans, providing paid rest breaks, shade or warmth, drinking water, and protective equipment, ensuring training, and recordkeeping.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Mar 3003/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further studyLatest
- Mar 2603/26/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/30/2026)
- Feb 2702/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House LaborIntroduced