Senate Bill No. 1254 aims to enhance protections for warehouse workers by establishing regulations regarding employee quotas and workplace safety, effective October 1, 2025, with specific compliance requirements starting July 1, 2026. The bill defines key terms such as "employee," "employer," "quota," and "warehouse distribution center," and mandates that employers provide written descriptions of production quotas to employees, including potential adverse actions for failing to meet these quotas. It prohibits quotas from interfering with meal periods or bathroom breaks and ensures that paid and unpaid breaks are not counted as productive time unless employees are required to remain on call. Employers are also required to maintain accurate records of work speed data for three years and must provide this information to employees upon request within five calendar days.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect employees from retaliation for failing to meet quotas that violate the established guidelines or for requesting quota records. It allows employees or the Attorney General to file civil actions for violations, with penalties ranging from $1,000 for first offenses to $3,000 for subsequent violations. The Workers' Compensation Commission will monitor injury rates at warehouse centers, and if rates exceed a specified threshold, the Labor Commissioner may investigate. Overall, SB 1254 emphasizes transparency, accountability, and safety in the treatment of warehouse workers, providing them with avenues for redress against unfair practices.