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MA S1206

Enhancing worker protection


summary

Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to enhance worker protection. Labor and Workforce Development.

AI Summary

This bill creates an Office of the Ombudsman for Worker Protection within the Office of the Attorney General. The Ombudsman will receive, investigate, and resolve complaints from employees and workers regarding occupational health and safety issues. The Ombudsman can collect relevant data to support investigations, while keeping the identity of the complainant confidential. The Ombudsman can coordinate with various government agencies to properly investigate and resolve complaints. The Ombudsman will also provide annual reports to legislative committees on the number of claims filed and resolved, the nature of the claims, and the industries investigated.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2691 (on 02/14/2022)

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