HB 8311

Rhode Island House bill in Session 2026.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: March 30, 2026.

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH.

Bill ID RI-2026-HB-8311
Session 2026
Status in_committee
House in_committee 2026-03-30
Summary

Requires employers to protect employees from extreme temperatures through rest breaks, PPE, training, and equipment, and mandates quarterly supervisor training, to recognize and mitigate heat- and cold-related risks.

Sponsor
Dawson
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Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2026-03-18 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-03-30 Status in_committee
2026-03-30 Latest Action Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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