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Warehouse Worker Protection Act: New Rights, Transparency, and Safety

This Act introduces new protections for warehouse workers, ensuring greater transparency regarding performance quotas and improved working conditions. Employees in warehouses will gain the right to information about their performance, protection against excessive quotas, and mandatory paid breaks, aiming to enhance their safety and well-being at work.
Key points
Warehouse workers will receive detailed information about their performance targets (quotas) and how they are monitored, including surveillance technologies used.
The Act prohibits quotas that prevent compliance with meal, rest, or bathroom breaks, or that violate health and safety regulations and worker rights.
Employers must provide paid 15-minute rest breaks every 4 hours and prompt medical referrals for injuries or illnesses.
Stronger protections against retaliation for exercising rights under the Act are established.
A new Fairness and Transparency Office will be created within the Department of Labor to oversee compliance and handle complaints.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2613
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2025-07-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Warehouse Worker Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2613.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Warehouse workers will receive detailed information about their performance targets (quotas) and how they are monitored, including surveillance technologies used.
  • The Act prohibits quotas that prevent compliance with meal, rest, or bathroom breaks, or that violate health and safety regulations and worker rights.
  • Employers must provide paid 15-minute rest breaks every 4 hours and prompt medical referrals for injuries or illnesses.
  • Stronger protections against retaliation for exercising rights under the Act are established.
  • A new Fairness and Transparency Office will be created within the Department of Labor to oversee compliance and handle complaints.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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 2025-12-23.

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