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Virginia Legislature Passes Bill to Create Critical Heat Protection Standards for Workers Across the Commonwealth
Virginia legislators voted late on Friday to create heat protection standards for workers in the Commonwealth. Advocates said the passage of HB 1092—sponsored by Delegate Phil Hernandez—and SB 288—sponsored by Senator Lashrecse Aird—will protect thousands of working people from heat-related illness.