"The journey of SB 553 began in the aftermath of the 2021 massacre at the Valley Transportation Authority rail yard in my district in San Jose. On that horrible day, we quickly realized how safety protocols can and must be enhanced. In the following days and months, more solutions for preventing workplace violence emerged,” said Senator Dave Cortese (D-San Jose). “SB 553 is the result of a months-long negotiation between workers, businesses and Cal/OSHA. This groundbreaking law will help workers and employers establish a plan for the types of workplace violence that are on the rise. I applaud my colleagues and Governor Newsom for recognizing the necessity of this law.”