ATLANTA – State Representatives Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta), Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Sandra Scott (D-Rex) and State Senator Nan Orrock (D-Atlanta) will host a press conference to announce the introduction of House Bill 16, the Warehouse Workplace Protection Act, on Monday, February 24, 2025, at 12 p.m. at the South Steps of the Georgia State Capitol.
“We’re just getting started in building support for this bill, and workers will be meeting with lawmakers directly during our upcoming lobby day,” said Rep. Schofield. “The national Warehouse Worker Protection Act has received bipartisan backing, showing that these issues resonate across party lines. We’re optimistic about continuing to build momentum and having productive conversations with legislators from both sides of the aisle.”
HB 16 seeks to address safety concerns across Georgia warehouses, as major retailers expand operations throughout the state. At the press conference, these legislators will be joined by local warehouse workers who will speak to their experience with unsafe working conditions.
WHO: Rep. Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta)
Rep. Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain)
Rep. Sandra Scott (D-Rex)
Sen. Nan Orrock (D-Atlanta)
WHAT: Press Conference
WHEN: Monday, February 24, 2025
12 p.m.
WHERE: Georgia State Capitol
South Wing Steps
206 Washington St. SW
Atlanta, GA 30334
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