California's Indoor Heat Protection Rules Stalled by Financial Concerns

State finance officials have raised objections over the cost of new heat protection rules for indoor workers, leaving the regulations in limbo.

Landmark regulations aimed at protecting California workers from indoor heat conditions are stalled due to financial objections from state finance officials.
The proposed rules would require employers to provide cooling measures and monitor for signs of heat illness in workplaces exceeding certain temperatures.
Despite unanimous support from the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health board, the Department of Finance's concerns have halted progress.
The regulations, in development for over five years, aim to address rising temperatures and their impact on workers in various indoor settings.
Labor advocates and workers express frustration and concern over the delays, emphasizing the urgency of implementing the protections.