Mayor Mamdani Signs Executive Order Protecting Workers from Extreme Heat

NEW YORK — Today, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani signed an Executive Order directing a whole-of-government response to protect workers from extreme heat — the first initiative of its kind in New York City history. Joined by labor unions, community organizations, City agency commissioners and workers, Mayor Mamdani signed the order at City Hall, underscoring his.

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The original announcement was published by NYC Mayor on June 22, 2026. BigNY links to the official source so readers can review the full context directly.