HB 1451 — relative to protecting workers from extreme temperature-related injuries and fatalities in the workplace.
Last action — Died on Table, Session ended 08/19/2026 HJ 16
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1Introduced
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2In Committee
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3Passed House
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4Passed Senate
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced December 04, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.
Odds of enactment
Low chanceBased on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a low chance of becoming law.
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In plain language
This bill aims to protect workers from injuries and fatalities due to extreme temperatures at work.
This legislation is designed to address extreme temperature conditions in the workplace, enhancing protections for workers. It is focused on preventing injuries and fatalities caused by exposure to severe heat or cold.
What this means for you
- Workers: This means you may have enhanced safety measures in place to protect against extreme temperatures at work.
Summary
relative to protecting workers from extreme temperature-related injuries and fatalities in the workplace.
Bill Text
- Introduced View text Current pdf
Action History
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Died on Table, Session ended 08/19/2026 HJ 16
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Lay HB1451 on Table (Rep. Creighton): MA DV 178-152 03/05/2026 HJ 6 P. 117
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Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0479h
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Majority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 02/03/2026 (Vote 12-8; RC) HC 9 P. 41
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Executive Session: 02/03/2026 10:00 am GP 159
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Public Hearing: 01/27/2026 02:30 pm GP 159
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Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services HJ 1 P. 21
Sponsors
- Alice Wade · Cosponsor
- Daniel LeClerc · Cosponsor
- Debra Altschiller · Cosponsor
- Chris Muns · Primary
- Michael Edgar · Cosponsor
- Cassandra Levesque · Cosponsor
- Erica de Vries · Cosponsor
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 6 co-sponsors · 408 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Chris Muns Democrat
Co-sponsors (6)
- Alice Wade Democrat
- Daniel LeClerc Democrat
- Debra Altschiller Democrat
- Michael Edgar Democrat
- Cassandra Levesque Democrat
- Erica de Vries Democrat
Not signed on (408)
408 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 408 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does HB 1451 do?
- relative to protecting workers from extreme temperature-related injuries and fatalities in the workplace.
- Who sponsors HB 1451?
- HB 1451 is sponsored by Alice Wade (Democrat), Daniel LeClerc (Democrat), Debra Altschiller (Democrat), Chris Muns (Democrat), Michael Edgar (Democrat), Cassandra Levesque (Democrat), and Erica de Vries (Democrat).
- What is the current status of HB 1451?
- This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced December 04, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
- Where can I track HB 1451?
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