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Transportation Worker Safety: COVID-19 Testing and Protective Measures

This act aims to ensure the safety of transportation workers through priority COVID-19 testing and mandatory cleaning of vehicles and facilities. Citizens can expect safer travel and workplaces in transportation, thanks to better employee protection and more frequent disinfection.
Key points
Priority COVID-19 testing for essential transportation workers, supported by state and local governments.
Mandatory cleaning, disinfection, and sanitization of equipment and facilities used by passenger and freight transportation employers.
Provision of masks, gloves, hand sanitizer, and sanitizing wipes to at-risk transportation employees.
Requirement for passengers and transportation employees to wear masks or face coverings in specific situations.
Civil penalties for transportation companies failing to comply, with an exemption for market unavailability of necessary items.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_303
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2021-02-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Essential Transportation Employee Safety Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_303.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Priority COVID-19 testing for essential transportation workers, supported by state and local governments.
  • Mandatory cleaning, disinfection, and sanitization of equipment and facilities used by passenger and freight transportation employers.
  • Provision of masks, gloves, hand sanitizer, and sanitizing wipes to at-risk transportation employees.
  • Requirement for passengers and transportation employees to wear masks or face coverings in specific situations.
  • Civil penalties for transportation companies failing to comply, with an exemption for market unavailability of necessary items.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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