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A bill to establish protections for warehouse workers, and for other purposes.

5/3/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4260

Bill 118 s 4260, also known as the Warehouse Worker Protection Act, aims to provide safeguards and rights for employees working in warehouses across the United States. The bill addresses various issues faced by warehouse workers, such as unsafe working conditions, lack of breaks, and unfair treatment.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing minimum safety standards for warehouses to ensure a safe working environment for employees. This includes requirements for proper ventilation, lighting, and equipment maintenance. 2. Mandating regular breaks and rest periods for warehouse workers to prevent burnout and ensure their well-being. 3. Prohibiting discrimination and retaliation against warehouse workers who speak out about unsafe working conditions or unfair treatment. 4. Implementing measures to prevent wage theft and ensure that warehouse workers are paid fairly for their work. Overall, the Warehouse Worker Protection Act seeks to improve the working conditions and rights of warehouse employees, addressing issues that have long been overlooked in the industry. The bill aims to create a more equitable and safe environment for these essential workers.

Current Status of Bill S 4260

Bill S 4260 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 2, 2024. Bill S 4260 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 2, 2024.  Bill S 4260's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of May 2, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4260

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4260

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4260

A bill to establish protections for warehouse workers, and for other purposes.
A bill to establish protections for warehouse workers, and for other purposes.

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