Lawmakers could block heat protections considered by Miami-Dade

What's happening: A Senate bill would ban municipalities from establishing heat-exposure protections.

• Workers' rights groups say the bill is likely in response to Miami-Dade's proposed legislation, according to the Times.
• There are currently no statewide heat protections in Florida, but the Occupational Safety and Hazard Administration recommends employers provide water, shade and rest to workers.

Advocates say workers are often discouraged from drinking water or using the restroom. Safeguards, they say, could prevent heat exhaustion deaths.

The other side: Opponents say many companies already offer water and shaded rest, and that the legislation would hurt the construction and agriculture industries.