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Farmworker Smoke and Excessive Heat Protection Act of 2025 (S-2571) · Congress.wiki

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July 31, 2025•9 pages

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United StatesSenate Bill 2571S 2571

Farmworker Smoke and Excessive Heat Protection Act of 2025

Labor and Employment

9 pages

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Introduced July 31, 2025 by Jeff Merkley · Last progress July 31, 2025

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Creates an immediate, temporary workplace safety standard to protect farmworkers and other outdoor workers from wildfire smoke and extreme heat, and requires the Department of Labor to begin a rulemaking to adopt a permanent standard within 90 days. Employers must provide specified protections (respirators when needed, potable water, cooling/rest breaks, shade, training) and the Department must provide technical assistance and outreach to help employers and community groups comply.

Oregonrepresentative·Maxine Dexter

Labor and Employment

Farmworker Smoke and Excessive Heat Protection Act of 2025

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Updated 3/8/2026·Last progress August 1, 2025