Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5305: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 5305 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 5, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH. Primary sponsor: Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Casimiro, Evan Shanley (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2025): 02/12/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires employers to protect employees from extreme temperatures through rest breaks, PPE, training, and equipment, and mandates quarterly supervisor training, to recognize and mitigate heat- and cold-related risks.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/12/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/07/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/12/2025)
- 02/05/2025 Introduced, referred to House Labor