The proposed bill, 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. It recognizes the high injury rates and health risks associated with this occupation, particularly during disaster mitigation events such as pandemics or natural disasters. The bill mandates that covered industrial operators submit disaster mitigation plans, provide full compensation for injuries during such events, and offer severance pay to affected workers. Additionally, it establishes a framework for monitoring compliance and addressing violations, including civil penalties for non-compliance.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of workers' rights to collectively bargain and join unions, requiring operators to inform employees of these rights. A Workers and Contractors Task Force will be created to oversee the implementation of the act, consisting of various stakeholders, including legal representatives and union members. This task force will meet regularly and report on the effectiveness of the act, ensuring that the needs and rights of meat and poultry workers are adequately addressed and protected.