HB 4433
Labor: fair employment practices; absence from work to respond to an emergency as an emergency responder; protect from adverse employment action. Creates new act.
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Bill overview
This bill, the "Emergency Responder Employment Protection Act," protects employees who are also emergency responders by preventing employers from discriminating against, disciplining, or firing them for taking time off to respond to emergencies. It defines ‘emergency responder’ broadly, including medical professionals, firefighters, and public works personnel, and establishes specific requirements for notifying employers of an employee’s status and documenting their emergency responder role. The act aims to ensure that emergency responders are not penalized for fulfilling their critical roles during emergencies.
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Cameron Cavitt
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