Petition: Help Texas Workers Receive Mandatory Water Breaks

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The governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, just banned mandatory water breaks for workers. Considering that Texas is experiencing a severe heat wave, this ban could lead to lead to many workers coming down with heat-related illnesses. Not only is this cruel, but it could potentially be life-threatening. Please sign this petition to urge legislators in Texas to overturn this draconian law!

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