Heat relief for N.J. workers will slow us down, big business says

Competing letters. Much public testimony. And now, a possible heat wave.

As lawmakers consider a measure that would add new protections for workers in New Jersey who toil in extreme heat, forecasters say the state could soon be in store for a rush of hot and humid air.

We signed this letter calling for Legislative leaders to protect workers from workplace heat. We can't wait until another worker injury, illness, or death to protect workers. https://t.co/pgLXjG66LT

— NJ Working Families Party (@NJWFP) June 6, 2024

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