The push comes after a letter carrier died after working without air conditioning in 95° weather.
The push comes after a letter carrier died after working without air conditioning in 95° weather.
Comorbid obesity can complicate recovery, and new drugs create new pharmacy considerations.
The U.S. Department of Labor proposed new rules, while other states introduce legislation.
As another state considers protections, WCRI publishes new data on heat’s impact on workplace accidents.
Oklahoma and Rhode Island enact new presumptions, with Georgia adding extra coverage.
If enacted, Senate Bill 2900 would require worker protections from extreme heat and cold.
Different types of cancers are being added to pre-existing presumptions.
California, Georgia, New York, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania could start a national trend.
The rule clarifies differences between employees and contractors, establishing who is entitled to benefits – including workers’ comp.
Many states passed or proposed changes in 2023, with two states so far working on bills for 2024.
