S.2320

Requires employers to protect employees from extreme temperatures through rest breaks, PPE, training, and equipment, and mandates quarterly supervisor training, to recognize and mitigate heat- and cold-related risks.

Introduced·1/23/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2320 mandates employers to safeguard employees from extreme temperatures through rest breaks, PPE, training, and equipment.

Rhode Island S2320 requires employers to protect employees from extreme temperatures through rest breaks, personal protective equipment, training, and equipment. Employers must provide access to paid rest breaks, adequate shade, warming or cooling stations, drinking water, and personal protective equipment. The Department of Health must create an online tutorial program for supervisors and managers to recognize signs of overexposure to hot and cold temperatures. Employers must also ensure heating and cooling equipment is maintained and functional.

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Where it stands

Current
Labor and Gaming Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Labor & Gaming: Be held for further study

8 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 4

12:00 AM

Senate Labor and Gaming Hearing

History

Mar 4

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Feb 27

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/04/2026)

Jan 23

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming