This bill proposes to amend Title 23, Chapter 2 of the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new Article 4, which focuses on worker rights during a public health emergency. It introduces definitions for key terms such as "Commission," "Department," "Principal," "Public health emergency," "Whistleblower," and "Worker." The bill outlines specific prohibitions against discrimination, retaliation, and adverse actions by principals against workers who raise concerns about workplace health and safety violations related to public health emergencies. It also mandates that principals post notices of workers' rights and establishes a process for workers to seek relief through complaints to the Department or through court actions.

Additionally, the bill establishes an Employment Support Fund to administer the provisions of this article, with appropriations from the state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027. It allows whistleblowers to bring civil actions on behalf of the state and outlines the distribution of any judgments awarded. The act is designated as an emergency measure, making it effective immediately upon passage, and applies to conduct occurring after its effective date.