HB3249

RIGHT TO SIT AT WORK

Introduced·2/6/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB3249 mandates employers to provide suitable seats for employees when seated work is feasible and prohibits designing workspaces that.

Illinois HB3249, known as the Right to Sit at Work Act, requires employers to offer a suitable seat to employees when the nature of their work allows for seated positions. It prohibits employers from designing workspaces that necessitate standing if seated work is feasible. Employers must post notices of employee rights within 30 days of the Act's effective date. Employees who experience violations can file a civil action within one year of the alleged violation, seeking injunctive relief, reinstatement, back pay, and other appropriate relief.

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Where it stands

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Rules Committee
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Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 26

2:00 PM

House Labor & Commerce Committee Hearing

Mar 25

2:00 PM

House Labor & Commerce Committee Hearing

History

Apr 17

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Apr 17

House

House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 12

House

Approved for Consideration Rules Committee; 005-000-000