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The 194th General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Bill S.1291 194th (Current)

An Act relative to workplace psychological safety

By Mr. Collins, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1291) of Nick Collins for legislation to implement workplace bullying regulations that include fines for violations. Labor and Workforce Development.

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Bill Information

Presenter:
Nick Collins
Status:
Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means

This bill makes workplace bullying illegal, regardless of an employee’s protected class status. It requires employers to implement preventative measures, including acknowledging and responding to complaints, conducting fair investigations, maintaining records, creating anti-bullying policies, and training employees in these policies. It also bans retaliation, forced mediation, and non-disclosure agreements related to bullying complaints. Victims can sue for damages and employers can face fines for failing to comply.

* The bill summary was created by the Primary Sponsor of the bill; no committee of the General Court certifies the accuracy of its contents.

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