Maryland SB887 establishes collective bargaining rights for greenhouse workers and mandates heat protection measures.

Maryland SB887 introduces collective bargaining rights for greenhouse workers, allowing them to negotiate wages, hours, and other employment terms. Employers are prohibited from interfering with these rights. The bill also mandates that the Secretary of Labor adopt regulations to protect employees from heat-related illnesses, including requiring employers to provide paid rest breaks under certain heat conditions. The Secretary is authorized to investigate violations and enforce the provisions of this Act.

Maryland SB887 establishes collective bargaining rights for greenhouse workers and mandates heat protection measures.

Maryland SB887 introduces collective bargaining rights for greenhouse workers, allowing them to negotiate wages, hours, and other employment terms. Employers are prohibited from interfering with these rights. The bill also mandates that the Secretary of Labor adopt regulations to protect employees from heat-related illnesses, including requiring employers to provide paid rest breaks under certain heat conditions. The Secretary is authorized to investigate violations and enforce the provisions of this Act.