Bill > S0189

This bill creates the "Healthy Workplace Act of 2017" and establishes a cause of action against employers and employees for workplace bullying, harassment, and other abusive conduct that is tolerated by employers. The key provisions include defining "abusive conduct" and "abusive work environment," making it an unlawful employment practice to subject an employee to such an environment or to retaliate against an employee who opposes or participates in a related investigation. The bill also outlines employer and employee liability, affirmative defenses, and available relief, including reinstatement, back pay, and compensation for emotional distress. The bill provides a private right of action and a one-year statute of limitations.

Labor and Employment