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Federal Workplace Safety Plans During Nationwide Public Health Emergencies.

This Act mandates that all federal agencies create and publicly disclose detailed plans to ensure the safety of employees and contractors physically present at worksites during nationwide public health emergencies, such as pandemics. These plans must cover testing, provision of protective equipment, and alternative work options for high-risk individuals, while ensuring continuous government operations. Citizens gain assurance that key government services will continue during a crisis, and federal workers receive clear safety protocols.
Key points
Federal agencies must develop and publish safety plans covering PPE, cleaning protocols, occupancy limits, and exposure notification for federal staff and contractors during emergencies.
Employees deemed high-risk or living with high-risk individuals may be offered alternative work arrangements (like telework) during health emergencies.
Clear reporting channels (Inspector General hotlines) are established for employees to report safety concerns or non-compliance without fear of retaliation.
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Additional Information
Chai Suthammanont Healthy Federal Workplaces Act of 2024
Print number: HR 9813
Sponsor: Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]
Process start date: 2024-09-25