The proposed legislation, known as the Meat and Poultry Workers and Contractors Protection Act, aims to enhance the safety and rights of workers in the meat and poultry processing industry in Nebraska. The bill recognizes the high injury rates and health risks associated with this occupation, particularly during disaster mitigation events such as pandemics or natural disasters. It mandates that covered industrial operators, which include large slaughterhouses and meatpacking plants, submit disaster mitigation plans to the Commissioner of Labor and provide full compensation for injuries or illnesses incurred during such events. Additionally, the bill stipulates that affected workers and contract growers are entitled to severance pay and lost revenue compensation if terminated due to a disaster.

Furthermore, the legislation establishes a Workers and Contractors Task Force to oversee the implementation and effectiveness of the act, ensuring that workers are informed of their rights to collectively bargain and join unions. The bill imposes civil penalties for violations and mandates that operators provide information on workers' rights. The task force will meet regularly and report on the act's effectiveness, aiming to improve safety standards and worker protections in the meat and poultry industry.