Local law · Int 0154-2026
Protections for construction workers from extreme heat
Official titleShow
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York and the New York city building code, in relation to protections for construction workers from extreme heat
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New York City Council
Summary
This bill would require permit holders on all construction sites to create and adhere to a heat action plan, detailing measures to curtail heat illness among construction workers.
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Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Committee on Housing and Buildings
Cosponsors
Farah N. Louis, Chris Banks and 9 others
Cosponsors in the order the New York City Council lists them.
- Democratic11
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Full history
- Jan 29, 2026
Introduced
This Introduction was Introduced by Council
NYC Council
- Jan 29, 2026
Referred to committee
This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Housing and Buildings
NYC Council