Expressing support for the recognition of August 18th through August 24, 2024, as Warehouse Worker Recognition Week, the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.
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Latest Action · August 13, 2024
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
This resolution expresses support for designating August 18-24, 2024, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week" to honor workers in the logistics industry. The measure highlights that over 9 million Americans work in warehousing and storage jobs, performing essential work that supports the nation's economy and supply chain, including managing distribution for nearly 40 percent of America's imports. The resolution notes that warehouse workers face challenging conditions, including dangerously hot working environments that can reach 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and often work long hours with little rest. The House resolution calls for increased awareness of warehouse workers' contributions, recognizes them as front-line workers, and commits to reducing workplace injuries and supporting their needs. This is a symbolic measure with no funding or enforcement mechanisms, intended to raise public recognition of an important but often overlooked workforce.
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