H7121

Prohibits psychological abuse in the workplace by employers or co-workers, ensuring a safe environment for employees, provides protection, civil remedies, and penalties for employers based on revenue.

Introduced·1/15/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7121 prohibits psychological abuse in the workplace, ensuring a safe environment for employees.

Rhode Island H7121, known as the Workplace Psychological Safety Act, aims to prohibit psychological abuse in the workplace by employers or co-workers. It ensures a safe environment for employees by providing protections, civil remedies, and penalties for employers. The act defines psychological abuse and requires employers to take reasonable measures to prevent and address such behavior. Employees who experience psychological abuse can file complaints and seek legal relief, including damages and injunctive relief.

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Where it stands

Current
Labor Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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4
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 5

12:00 AM

House Labor Hearing

History

Feb 5

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Jan 30

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/05/2026)

Jan 15

House

Introduced, referred to House Labor