President Joe Biden's administration has proposed a federal safety standard to protect workers from extreme heat in Texas.

The rule aims to prevent heat-related injuries and illnesses in industries such as construction, agriculture, and delivery.

Developed by OSHA in response to climate change-driven temperature increases, the rule requires employers to monitor workers' heat exposure and provide cool-down areas, mandatory breaks, shade, water, and gradual acclimation for new employees.

U.S. Rep. Greg Casar supports the protections and hopes the rule will be finalized by next summer, following Texas's hottest year on record, which resulted in at least 300 heat-related deaths.

The Texas AFL-CIO emphasizes the importance of such measures as temperatures continue to rise.

The federal rule would supersede state regulations, ensuring consistent heat protection standards nationwide.

The proposal will undergo a public-comment period before potential implementation.

Additionally, $1 billion in FEMA funding is allocated to improve infrastructure resilience against extreme weather in communities and tribal nations.

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