If enacted, a new state law would require Amazon to disclose any quotas it applies to California workers. Supporters say this would let regulators assess if employees have enough time for breaks, or if performance goals are affecting health and safety.
California is taking aim at the grievances of some Amazon.com Inc. warehouse employees, who have complained about the pace at which the company requires them to sort packages, injuries and surveillance they face on the job.
If enacted, a new state law would require Amazon to disclose any quotas it applies to workers in the state, a step the bill’s supporters say would allow regulators to assess whether its employees have sufficient time for breaks, or if performance goals are affecting the health and safety of workers in other ways.
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