What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 6221.
Worker Protection from Smoke and Adverse Air
This act aims to protect workers from the harmful effects of adverse air, including wildfire smoke. It introduces new workplace safety rules to help employers safeguard employee health. Workers will gain the right to take leave if their health is jeopardized by poor air quality.
Key points
New Safety Standards: Employers must monitor air quality and inform employees about risks.
Protective Measures: Companies will be required to provide clean air in enclosed spaces, adjust work schedules, or supply protective masks.
Adverse Air Leave: Employees whose health is at risk due to poor air quality can take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave, with the option to use accrued paid leave.
Protection Against Discrimination: Employees reporting air quality issues or taking leave will be protected from dismissal or retaliation.
Status:
Expired
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