S.1232

Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act

Introduced·4/1/25

Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act

The Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act mandates the Secretary of Labor to issue an interim final standard on workplace violence prevention for health care and social service employers. This standard requires covered employers to develop, implement, and maintain a workplace violence prevention plan. The Act also mandates annual reporting to Congress on workplace violence incidents. It applies to various health care and social service facilities, including hospitals, residential treatment facilities, and non-residential treatment settings.

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Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Committee
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History

Apr 1, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.