Bill
H 1982
Overview:Bill Number: H 1982Title: An Act relative to the protection of small businesses and workersStatus: Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:10 PM in A-2Introduced
Overview:
Bill Number: H 1982
Title: An Act relative to the protection of small businesses and workers
Status: Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:10 PM in A-2
Introduced: February 27, 2025
Classification: bill
Purpose and Intent:
This bill aims to provide additional protections and support for small businesses and their workers. The goal is to help small enterprises navigate economic challenges and ensure fair treatment and working conditions for employees.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes a small business assistance program to provide grants, loans, and technical support
- Requires large corporations to provide a minimum of 2 weeks' notice before mass layoffs or plant closures
- Prohibits employers from retaliating against workers who report unsafe working conditions or labor law violations
- Increases penalties for wage theft and other labor law violations affecting small business employees
Affected Parties and Impacts:
This bill would directly impact small businesses, their owners, and their workers. It seeks to offer financial and regulatory relief to small enterprises, while also strengthening worker protections. Larger corporations would also be affected by the new requirements around layoffs and worker rights. The broader community may benefit from a more vibrant and stable small business sector.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill was recently introduced and is currently scheduled for a public hearing in the state legislature on July 29, 2025. After the hearing, the bill will likely be considered by the relevant committee(s) before potentially moving to a full floor vote. The timeline for potential enactment is uncertain, but the bill has garnered significant attention and support from small business advocates.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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