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How New California Rules Protect Indoor Workers From Heat

How New California Rules Protect Indoor Workers From Heat

KQED's The California Report

August 8, 202410m 29s

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Multiple cities throughout California have seen temperatures way above 90 degrees this week. Workers, both indoors and outdoors, are feeling the heat, but for the first time ever, indoor workers finally have protections against excessive heat in the workplace. At the end of last month, state officials unveiled new rules of what’s required in indoor workplaces when temperatures surpass 82 degrees.

Guest: Carlos Cabrera-Lomelí, KQED


California put hundreds of millions worth of federal homelessness dollars at risk. A federal audit out this week blames “chaotic” and “disorganized” anti-fraud policies at the state’s housing agency. Auditors gave the California agency it's lowest possible ranking.

Reporter: Marisa Kendall, CalMatters


A new report says abortions are up nationwide compared to before Roe v. Wade was overturned two years ago. California is leading the way, providing more than 16,000 abortions a month on average.

Reporter: Spencer Whitney, KQED


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