Biden Administration Proposes Heat Safety Workplace Rules

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a new rule to protect workers from heat-related injuries and death, aiming to cover around 36 million workers nationwide, particularly people of color who are more exposed to extreme heat. President Biden highlighted the new regulation as part of his administration's efforts to combat climate change and ensure worker safety, emphasizing that more people die from extreme heat than other weather-related events combined. The proposed rule includes provisions for employers to provide water, rest areas, and heat safety measures, with a focus on acclimatization for new employees. Biden's announcement also included $1 billion in grants for climate resilience projects and faced potential challenges from trade groups and the possibility of opposition if Trump were to win the election.