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politics1 year ago

Florida Governor DeSantis Outlaws Local Heat Protections for Outdoor Workers

Florida joins Texas in banning local heat protections for outdoor workers as Governor Ron DeSantis signs House Bill 433, which prohibits local governments from requiring heat protection for outdoor workers. The law, effective July 1, restricts city and county governments from setting heat exposure requirements not already required under state or federal law. Critics argue that the legislation undermines worker safety and leaves Florida more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, while supporters claim it protects businesses from being put out of business.

via USA TODAY|
#florida#hb-433#heat-protections
politics1 year ago

"Florida Governor DeSantis Blocks Local Heat Protections for Workers, Employers Not Responsible"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill prohibiting local governments from implementing their own heat protections for workers, including measures such as shade, water, and breaks during extreme heat. The legislation, House Bill 433, also prevents local authorities from setting a minimum wage higher than the state or federal levels. Proponents argue that the bill is necessary for the state's economy, while critics, including environmental and labor groups, have condemned the move, citing concerns for the well-being of outdoor workers in a state that saw record heat levels last year.

via The Hill|
#florida#heat-protections#labor-rights
labor-rights1 year ago

"Florida Governor DeSantis Blocks Heat Protections for Workers, Despite Opposition"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a law preventing cities and counties from implementing heat protections for outdoor workers, despite the state's extreme heat conditions. This move has sparked outrage among workers and activists, who have long advocated for regulations ensuring paid rest breaks, water, and access to shade. The new law, which comes at a time of increasing heat risks due to climate change, has drawn criticism for prioritizing predictability over worker safety and blocking local efforts to protect workers from heat-related illnesses and fatalities.

via NPR|
#florida#heat-protections#labor-rights
labor-rights1 year ago

"Florida Senate Passes Bill Limiting Heat Protections for Workers"

The Florida legislature passed a bill preventing local governments from enacting protections for outdoor workers from extreme heat, drawing criticism for endangering the state's 2 million outdoor workers, particularly in Miami-Dade county. Efforts to establish federal standards have been slow, leaving workers vulnerable to heat-related illnesses and fatalities. Critics argue that the legislation, which takes effect on July 1, is cruel and prioritizes industry interests over worker safety, while proponents stress the urgent need for heat protection standards as extreme heat becomes more frequent and severe.

via The Guardian US|
#florida#heat-protections#labor-rights
business2 years ago

UPS Drivers to Receive Air-Conditioned Trucks for the First Time.

UPS drivers will finally get air conditioning in their trucks starting next year, as the company and the Teamsters union negotiate a new contract for 330,000 workers set to expire July 31, with heat protections a major issue. The company will also install fans in the driver's cab and exhaust heat shields for the cargo area in non-electric trucks. A strike by UPS drivers and warehouse workers would be among the largest labor stoppages in recent U.S. history.

via CBS News|
#air-conditioning#business#heat-protections