H2096
An Act relative to workplace safety and disclosure of violations
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve workplace safety in Massachusetts by requiring employers to disclose certain workplace safety violations to state and local authorities. It seeks to increase transparency and accountability for workplace hazards, allowing for better tracking and prevention of future incidents. The bill also intends to strengthen the process for reporting and addressing safety concerns within workplaces. Ultimately, the goal is to create a safer environment for workers across the state.
Key provisions
- Requires employers to report specific workplace safety violations to the state.
- Mandates disclosure of violations to local authorities.
- Establishes a system for tracking and analyzing reported violations.
- Focuses on transparency regarding workplace hazards.
- Aims to improve worker safety through increased reporting and accountability.
Who is affected
- Employers
- Massachusetts Workers
- State Labor Officials
- Local Government Agencies
Notable changes
- Increases transparency regarding workplace safety violations.
- Expands reporting requirements for employers.
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Primary sponsor
Michelle M. DuBois
Cosponsor
Michelle M. DuBois
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Bill H.2096 194th (Current)
An Act relative to workplace safety and disclosure of violations
By Representative DuBois of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2096) of Michelle M. DuBois relative to workplace safety. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Presenter: Michelle M. DuBois
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2096
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/13/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-1 |
| 9/4/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4449 |
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