Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 2663 Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/4/2025, 11:12 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2663

Bill 118 hr 2663, also known as the Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act, aims to address the issue of workplace violence in the healthcare and social service industries. The bill recognizes that workers in these fields are at a higher risk of experiencing violence on the job and seeks to implement measures to prevent and respond to such incidents.

The key provisions of the bill include requiring employers in these industries to develop and implement workplace violence prevention plans. These plans must assess the risks of violence in the workplace, provide training to employees on how to recognize and respond to violent situations, and establish procedures for reporting and investigating incidents of violence.

Additionally, the bill requires employers to provide support and resources to employees who have experienced workplace violence, such as access to counseling services and time off to recover from traumatic events. Employers are also required to keep records of workplace violence incidents and report them to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Overall, the Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act aims to create a safer work environment for employees in these industries and ensure that they are protected from the risks of violence on the job. By implementing prevention measures and providing support to workers who have experienced violence, the bill seeks to improve the overall safety and well-being of healthcare and social service workers.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2663

Bill HR 2663 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 18, 2023. Bill HR 2663 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 18, 2023. Bill HR 2663's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2663

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Potential Impact Areas

Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAssault and harassment offensesBusiness recordsDepartment of LaborEmergency medical services and trauma careEmployment discrimination and employee rightsFirearms and explosivesGovernment information and archivesHealth facilities and institutionsHealth personnelHome and outpatient careLong-term, rehabilitative, and terminal careMedicareSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsViolent crimeWorker safety and health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2663

Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers ActWorkplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers ActTo direct the Secretary of Labor to issue an occupational safety and health standard that requires covered employers within the health care and social service industries to develop and implement a comprehensive workplace violence prevention plan, and for other purposes.

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