AZ HB2627

Prohibits employers from retaliating against workers who raise good-faith concerns about workplace health or safety violations related to a public health emergency, including reporting to government agencies or the public.

Bars employers from requiring workers to sign contracts that limit disclosure of workplace health and safety hazards, and protects workers who voluntarily wear personal protective equipment (masks, face guards, gloves) that exceeds employer-provided standards.

Allows aggrieved workers to file complaints with the Arizona Industrial Commission within two years of alleged violations, with penalties of at least $100 per day for continued violations, plus potential reinstatement and back pay.

Enables workers to bring civil actions in superior court after exhausting administrative remedies, with potential awards including $10,000 minimum or lost pay, compensatory and punitive damages, and attorney fees.

Creates a whistleblower enforcement mechanism allowing individuals to sue on behalf of the state, with judgments of $100-$1,000 per violation distributed 75% to enforcement and 25% to the whistleblower.